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Hammond 1620 OT

8/6/1999 1:01 PM
Mook	Hammond 1620 OT I've got a Hammond 1620 OT, which is rated for 20 watts (6,600 ohm CT primary). I'm going to use it for a pair of 6V6s, but what whould happen if I used a pair of EL34s, 6L6s, or KT66s? (I understand the wiring differences between EL34 and 6L6 types, so no need to comment on that. Also, my PT filament current rating is 5A, so, I'm safe in that area) Could this small OT take to load? From a tone/sound and safety perspective, do I have anything to worry about? Thanks, Mook

8/6/1999 1:01 PM

Mook

Hammond 1620 OT

I've got a Hammond 1620 OT, which is rated for 20 watts (6,600 ohm

CT primary).

I'm going to use it for a pair of 6V6s, but what whould happen if I used

a pair of EL34s, 6L6s, or KT66s?

(I understand the wiring differences between EL34 and 6L6 types, so

no need to comment on that. Also, my PT filament current rating is 5A,

so, I'm safe in that area)

Could this small OT take to load? From a tone/sound and safety

perspective, do I have anything to worry about?

Thanks,

Mook

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Bruce I've got a Hammond 1620 OT, which i... -- 8/8/1999 4:16 AM