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"The guitar pots and tone caps may have something to do with how it sounds ... I woul…"

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Let’s talk LM386... w/ Perfboard/ Stripboard Amp layouts PDF

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Suggestions wanted for easy amp build

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Ruby Amp

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Low-Z pickup and components values

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DIY Spring Reverb

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Converting a cassette player/radio--where do I start?

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TDA2030A Amp

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Home Brew Champ Tube Amp

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Dual IM386 Chip amp

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5 Watt Amp Kit (DIY Case)

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DIY reverb behold - I found this online

Started by Danny B.. Last reply by Paul Craig Nov 2, 2016. 3 Replies 1 Like

Bass Cabinet project

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Kalamazoo Model 1 Deluxe

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LM386 amp and other stuff

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