Reverb tank exchange?
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Roger Miller
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Reverb tank exchange?
I have a Webb 6-14 and would like to change reverb tank to a Hammond style spring. The Hammond style is longer by about 4 or 5 inches and wonder if that would make a difference with the reverb response. Also is there a impedience or other factors involved to where I can't instal the tank?
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Donny Hinson
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Yes, to most all of your questions.
There are many factors that are important when installing a new tank. Among them are input & output impedance, mounting orientation, and input and output grounding. For best results, the impedances should be close to your stock tank, the mounting orientation should be the same, and the grounding must be the same (to avoid amp damage).
Among the design factors that influence the sound are the length of the tank, the delay rate, and the number of springs. Many tanks are available for under $25 from Antique Electronics, but probably only one or two would suit your application. A different tank will sound different, but it still may not give you what you're looking for. It's an easy and relatively inexpensive "experiment", but keep in mind that the amp's circuitry also has a lot to do with the "reverb sound", and that's not easily changed.
To pick a tank, you should have a schematic of your amp, as it will usually contain the pertinent information necessary to make a proper selection. <FONT SIZE=1 COLOR="#8e236b"><p align=CENTER>[This message was edited by Donny Hinson on 26 February 2003 at 05:39 PM.]</p></FONT>
There are many factors that are important when installing a new tank. Among them are input & output impedance, mounting orientation, and input and output grounding. For best results, the impedances should be close to your stock tank, the mounting orientation should be the same, and the grounding must be the same (to avoid amp damage).
Among the design factors that influence the sound are the length of the tank, the delay rate, and the number of springs. Many tanks are available for under $25 from Antique Electronics, but probably only one or two would suit your application. A different tank will sound different, but it still may not give you what you're looking for. It's an easy and relatively inexpensive "experiment", but keep in mind that the amp's circuitry also has a lot to do with the "reverb sound", and that's not easily changed.
To pick a tank, you should have a schematic of your amp, as it will usually contain the pertinent information necessary to make a proper selection. <FONT SIZE=1 COLOR="#8e236b"><p align=CENTER>[This message was edited by Donny Hinson on 26 February 2003 at 05:39 PM.]</p></FONT>