I just bought my first tube amp and I love it, even though it is my honeymoon period, I have always Known I wanted a tube amp. I just bought the Peavey Classic 30 and I think this is a good amp to start with. But of course, I have questions and you guys are great at giving answers. First off, How long should I expect before I have to replace any tubes. I play every day an hour more or less. Second How will I know when I need to retube? A particular sound or the amp just stops working or what? Is there something I need to get into the habit of doing that I didnt do with my solid state amps to make it last longer or keep it sounding its best? Is something you would say absolutely do not ever do? Even tho the pvc30 doesnt have one, What does a standby switch do? Please, educate me.
Pickin Pete
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