[AudioDwebe]

Just want to double-check: The toggle switch for balanced/SE on back of amp - that can be switched with the amp on, correct?

Thanks.

 

[u2u2]

Just want to double-check: The toggle switch for balanced/SE on back of amp - that can be switched with the amp on, correct?

Thanks.

I pause the music and zero the volume prior to switching. No ill effects in over six years.

 

[AudioDwebe]

Thank you.

 

[mab1376]

Woo is teasing the new Wa23 on instagram.

 

[jbua5150]

Woo is teasing the new Wa23 on instagram.

It looks...... interesting.
Definitely a departure from their normal style.
Any news on what is NEW about it?

 

[mab1376]

It looks...... interesting.
Definitely a departure from their normal style.
Any news on what is NEW about it?

Nothing yet; I'll ask in person tomorrow.

 

[mab1376]

Nothing yet; I'll ask in person tomorrow.

He said its a 2a3 amp with a single ended topology, 6c45 drivers and a 5u4g rectifier, has 4pin xlr in front just for compatability similar to wa5 but also xlr input in the rear. It uses a rk50 pot and has a external psu.

 

[jonathan c]

He said its a 2a3 amp with a single ended topology, 6c45 drivers and a 5u4g rectifier, has 4pin xlr in front just for compatability similar to wa5 but also xlr input in the rear. It uses a rk50 pot and has a external psu.

A tube h/p/a for Pittsburgh Steelers fans!

 

[orrman]

Hey all I'm very interested in getting the WA22 used but it seems like they don't show up often on the classifieds. Send me a message if you're interested in selling. I'm in California. Thanks!

 

[hackstu]

Just to let people know if they have a similar problem with their wa22, I had a hum that a ifi audio's GND defender fixed, so ground loop problem all good now no hum.

EDIT 90% hum has gone.

 

[jbua5150]

It’s here! Got it warming up now

 

[mab1376]

It’s here! Got it warming up now

Curious about your impressions, and what was the previous rectifier?

 

[bpcans]

@jbua5150, congratulations on acquiring the mighty USAF 596! It’s a great rectifier tube that should give you years of music enjoyment.

 

[jbua5150]

Curious about your impressions, and what was the previous rectifier?

I am fortunate to have a few Rectifier, Power and Driver tubes, and more often than not I choose the Sophia 274B on the WA22.
I have only a couple tube combinations, that I don't choose the Sophia.
The Sophia, has a fat juicy (almost sloppy) bottom end that I find enjoyable.

The 596 very initially felt bass shy in comparison to the Sophia.
As I sit here and listen more, I can hear a similar quantity of bass that is much better controlled.

The listening enjoyment just continues to grow

 

[Thaddy]

Just to let people know if they have a similar problem with their wa22, I had a hum that a ifi audio's GND defender fixed, so ground loop problem all good now no hum.

EDIT 90% hum has gone.

I've battled a hum with my WA22 for years, and many combinations of tubes. Looking forward to giving this a shot to see if it helps.