[GivenTheOkiDoke]

I just got my first hybrid amp and a few differant tubes to try out. First question is how hard do I push the tubes down in the slot? Second what is the best way to remove the op amp? Is there an easy tool I can buy or something around the house? I was reading a small jewlers flat head could work but the space between the board and op amp is so tiny that I don't see it working. Thanks for any help.

 

[buke9]

Some tube sockets are harder than others to insert the tube but most need a firm push. Sometimes a ever so slight wiggle will help inserting and removing also but no wild swings just a gentle tilt. Op amps don't know sorry never had a amp that had them that are switchable.

 

[GivenTheOkiDoke]

Some tube sockets are harder than others to insert the tube but most need a firm push. Sometimes a ever so slight wiggle will help inserting and removing also but no wild swings just a gentle tilt. Op amps don't know sorry never had a amp that had them that are switchable.

Now arw the tubes supposed to go all the way down? Or will some of the metal pins be exposed?

 

[buke9]

No pins should be showing it should seat up to the socket.

 

[GivenTheOkiDoke]

Okay thanks for the info.

 

[buke9]

No problem.