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Musicians know that using vintage audio equipment is a simple way to give their music rich, pronounced sound that sets itself apart from modern day tunes. This simple equipment change makes it easy to gain a unique sound. See how using an antique amp changes your music by restoring an old piece to like-new condition. Restoration projects are an exciting hobby that lets restorers gain appreciation for how intricate the working of electronics really is. If you are new to vintage electronic restoration, it is important to gather the proper tools and search for the right parts for working on old amps or stereos. Old audio equipment, such as stereos, TV sets, and preamps, are tube electronics. A vacuum tube, like the RCA 12AZ7, powers these vintage units. The RCA 12AZ7 is a triode vacuum tube that possesses three electrodes; this means that the tube is capable of hosting three connections. In tube electronics, the vacuum tube is one of the parts that requires that most frequent replacement. Even quality pieces, such as the RCA 12AZ7 vacuum tube, have short life spans. Fortunately, with a little practice, you can learn how to replace vacuum tubes at home. The vacuum tube connects to the tube socket; in order to power the radio or amp, you must make an electrical circuit. Tube sockets hold vacuum tubes, also known as valves, in place. Create the necessary circuit by soldering the pins of the vacuum tube into the terminals at the plate of the tube socket. Due to the construction of the socket, it is only possible to plug the tubes in via a single orientation. The relatively short lifespan of vacuum tubes makes it necessary to see if they are causing your amp problems. In the heyday of vintage electronics, owners could test their tubes at the local drugstore. Bring the drugstore home by adding a tube tester to your tool box. If you are unsure about the lifespan of a tube, just screw it into the tube tester for a quick answer. If the tester confirms that you need to shop for new vacuum tubes, stick with genuine replacement tubes, such as the RCA 12AZ7 tube. Even though various types of vacuum tubes may seem like they fit in the tube socket, different brands of vacuum tubes perform differently. The reason tubes are not universal in terms of their performance is because they have to conduct electricity. Each type of tube model works best for a certain voltage level. For the best results, stick with tubes authentic to your amp or stereo. Using tubes that are not authentic to your preamp or radio decreases the tubes’ life spans. The RCA 12AZ7 vintage tube is an affordable alternative with high ratings if your search comes up empty for the type of tubes your amp or TV set originally used. Vacuum tubes are also highly collectible, making them a terrific gift for individuals with an interest in the history of electronics. The RCA 12AZ7 is a terrific addition to any collection. Markings on the 12AZ7 tube clearly identify the model of the tube so that viewers of the collection quickly see what kind it is.Product Identifiers
BrandRCA
eBay Product ID (ePID)166791851
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Type12az7
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- 07 Feb, 2017
For Mc275
Usually 12at7 is used instead of 12AZ7, but 12AZ7 is much more stable. Especially RCA black plate is strong It is strongly recommended!Verified purchase: Yes
- 27 Aug, 2016
All good.
Tubes I wanted, well packed,shipped quickly. Both tubes work well. All good. HjIVerified purchase: Yes
