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Originally Posted by Charlie Bernstein
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Even just a little quieter would help.
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IMO you should sell it to someone that would appreciate or can use the additional volume or clean headroom...or...put a master volume in it. -I'm not saying to hack the amp up...you can install the potentiometer in an unused speaker jack so you don't have to drill it.
You could also try less efficient speakers or an attenuator (THD, Weber, etc)
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Originally Posted by Charlie Bernstein
Okay. Some of you are saying the 6V6s will require new components and some are saying it won't.
That's interesting. Can anyone explain the disagreement?
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Well, name one person on the forum that has actually ran 6V6s in a 6L6 amp. Everyone's 2 cents is speculation based on their experience and knowledge. From what I've read, everyone (besides Eurotubes) has suggested alternatives and thought that 6V6s aren't a good idea and won't get you THAT much of a volume reduction. As for the component requirement it's difficult to say for sure without seeing your amp and measuring voltages (reason enough for disagreement).
It also depends on WHAT 6V6 tubes you've purchased...as already mentioned Eurotubes claim the JJs can handle it. I guarantee if you put in Sovtek or some NOS tubes you're asking for fireworks...
You could always go ahead and run them in your amp then report back if it sounds good and doesn't explode! Then we'll have the definitive answer!
I'm in the opposite boat...I have a Deluxe Reverb w/ 6V6 and I want MORE volume and clean headroom.