Marshmallow's build thread
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Re: Marshmallow's build thread
Last. Got a few more amps to build for others before I can start building slightly more complicated circuits again. New circuit designs on the way.
Was also finally able to meet Mike! (Awesome dude)
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Re: Marshmallow's build thread
What's this one? Doesn't look like a 5e3.Marshmallow wrote: ↑Mon May 20, 2024 8:52 am Last. Got a few more amps to build for others before I can start building slightly more complicated circuits again. New circuit designs on the way.
Was also finally able to meet Mike! (Awesome dude)
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Re: Marshmallow's build thread
Speakers for new builds. Wasn't able to get the d120f for collection so got a pair of each instead. ![🤣](//twemoji.maxcdn.com/2/svg/1f923.svg)
Philips
RCF
Evm12l
Ev force 12
Jbl d123
Axiom audio 30w (vox?)
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Philips
RCF
Evm12l
Ev force 12
Jbl d123
Axiom audio 30w (vox?)
![Image](https://i.imgur.com/hKwgdYr.jpeg)
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Re: Marshmallow's build thread
Nah it's a gibson, it sounds good. It's a 12w and Running el84srobthemac wrote: ↑Mon May 20, 2024 8:55 amWhat's this one? Doesn't look like a 5e3.Marshmallow wrote: ↑Mon May 20, 2024 8:52 am Last. Got a few more amps to build for others before I can start building slightly more complicated circuits again. New circuit designs on the way.
Was also finally able to meet Mike! (Awesome dude)
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Re: Marshmallow's build thread
After meeting Thomas (aka Marshmallow) the other day I still think he's an amp building machine! Kudos.
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Re: Marshmallow's build thread
Would you share the schematic please?Marshmallow wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 8:58 am Figured I'd kick off a fresh thread to mark the new chapter in my building journey. With a new country comes a new approach, right?![]()
Thanks to friends who chipped in with power tools, and with a decent job, I'm all set up to make amps for myself without having to sell them. Also got a bunch of these electrical wires from a good friend.
Few projects coming up, I'll start with the more boring ones. Build approach is still based on what I did in Japan. I completed this amp about a month ago or so ago using one of the chassis I brought with me from Japan. This build combines elements from different circuits: it's got the reverb circuit from a Custom Reverb, the preamp from a Two Rock JM amp, and the OD section from a #60. The result? Pristine and touch sensitive cleans and OD. OD is raw and the reverb circuit is the cleanest circuit I've heard in a while.
Will post gut shots in the next few days (If i remember)
Few minor details:
Gain Structure switch
Footswitch
Negative Feedback
2 parallel speaker outs with impedance selection (4,8,16)
Effects Loop
Individual bias test points.
2x 6l6,
Hammond PT, OT, Reverb and choke.
Tolex, grille and corners from LiveSound, running JBL E120.
I'll try upload build processes here as I go.
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Re: Marshmallow's build thread
Tubaholic wrote: ↑Wed Jun 05, 2024 11:12 pmWould you share the schematic please?Marshmallow wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2024 8:58 am Figured I'd kick off a fresh thread to mark the new chapter in my building journey. With a new country comes a new approach, right?![]()
Thanks to friends who chipped in with power tools, and with a decent job, I'm all set up to make amps for myself without having to sell them. Also got a bunch of these electrical wires from a good friend.
Few projects coming up, I'll start with the more boring ones. Build approach is still based on what I did in Japan. I completed this amp about a month ago or so ago using one of the chassis I brought with me from Japan. This build combines elements from different circuits: it's got the reverb circuit from a Custom Reverb, the preamp from a Two Rock JM amp, and the OD section from a #60. The result? Pristine and touch sensitive cleans and OD. OD is raw and the reverb circuit is the cleanest circuit I've heard in a while.
Will post gut shots in the next few days (If i remember)
Few minor details:
Gain Structure switch
Footswitch
Negative Feedback
2 parallel speaker outs with impedance selection (4,8,16)
Effects Loop
Individual bias test points.
2x 6l6,
Hammond PT, OT, Reverb and choke.
Tolex, grille and corners from LiveSound, running JBL E120.
I'll try upload build processes here as I go.
Hey man have it hand written, prefer not to share them around atm as it took me some time to put it together haha.
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Re: Marshmallow's build thread
Just obtained this thing - Celestion Alnico Cream 90w 8 ohm.
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Freshly cut preamp boards for new projects. Just ordered the power/reverb transformers. Will start the build when they arrive.
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Freshly cut preamp boards for new projects. Just ordered the power/reverb transformers. Will start the build when they arrive.
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Re: Marshmallow's build thread
Parts arrived.
Just waiting for the 40w output transformer to arrive. Should be by Monday. Featuring my partners foam roller.
Unfortunately I'm still using the blank chassis I built in Japan.
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Just waiting for the 40w output transformer to arrive. Should be by Monday. Featuring my partners foam roller.
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Unfortunately I'm still using the blank chassis I built in Japan.
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Re: Marshmallow's build thread
All the transformers have arrived, including a few extras for potentially 4 more builds. Unfortunately, I have evening work until next week. I'll resume working on it in 2 weeks' time! Looking forward to getting started again! Even though I have a mini workshop, i'm still working in the bedroom. Must be a new habit of mine haha.
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Re: Marshmallow's build thread
What's this Two Rock / Dumble hybrid going to be putting out power-wise?