Oh ok. I would think there wouldn't ae a difference between a high Send level on the D'lator and a high input level on the FX.

Thanks guys
But why not set the input on the Lexicon at max and then set the correct level with the send on the D'lator?

This was a question 


Is my line of thinking correct? 

I use one of Erwins Dumbleators and a Rocktron Xpression.

The Rocktron has an input and an output pot. I guess I just put those on max and set the level with the "Semd" of the Dublelator?

ps: I have the impression. Setting the level has a big impact on the high frequencies. (more open and transparant and more sparkle).

True
but...I have owned both. Still have the jazzy cats actually. I can compare them in combination with the OTS.  But you are right.

Hi guys
I bought a "Platinum matched" set of Tung Sol 5881's
When I bias them, they are about 2 mV apart. Is that normal?

Greets
Steven

Don't underestimate the importance of Power Tubes either. I'm using Tung Sol 5881's now. They sound nice but I'm not sure sure they can handle the 450V for a long period of time.

I have JJ's in V1 and V2 and a Sovtek LPS in V3

That depends on what you like. I owned the klein S-5 pickups. They are modeled after the Dippers. They sound like Johns Signature Strat. Thinner and brighter. The Jazzy Cats sound more like the black strat he uses.

And a special tip from me: Get some Klein Jazzy Cat Strat pickups

Tung Sols.
Yeah Biasing is easy with the OTS. There's a Maual here somewhere.

OK first impression of the Tung Sol 5881's:
Biased and 35 and 33 mV
There is a very fanit hum even with the volume turned down all the way.
That's the only nagtive thing I have found so far. These tbes sound nice and warm and round. I could imagine a good choise with an overly bright amp. They tubes are not as direct (in your face) and tight as the SED Winged C's and sweeter sounding then my JJ's.

I'd say the Winged C's are a bit brighter and more open (more balanced in all frequencies perhaps), but I don't like them that much because they sound a bit to hard for me. The Tung Sols are sweeter and Jazzier. Nice OD as well.
Must confess I have tried them only for a bit and only in my house so not VERY loud.

I like them a lot. I thing (not sure cause I can't A/B them) they are slightly less dark then the Sovtek 5881's). My guess is that if you like 5881's these are great.

If you like a very direct tight tone you might wanna try the Winged C's. They are louder as well.

Just my, non expert, first impression
Great
Steven

ps. I wrote the supplier several e-mails and he said the voltage probably wouldn't be an big issue. (these are rated for 400V and people have told me my OPTS is about 460V)

Happened to me last week. Switched my OTS on. Heard a pop and my HT  fuse had blown.
Took te amp ouit of the cabinet. replaced the fuse and switched my amp on again. One of my power tubes lit up bright blue for a second and then my fuse blew again.
Replaced my power tubes. Now it runs fine again.

No I haven't. Might be worth a try.

I did get a chance to use my JJ's and winged c's again. I felt in my amp the JJ's sounded worst. Some frequencies seem to stand out a bit (For instande when I play a c on the b string). The sound isn't well balanced.
The Winged C's are well balanced and even. They sound better at 39 then a 34 mV. For my tatste they are very direct and uncompromising, they lack a bit of " sweetness". They Sovtek 5881 (new) are warmer sounding.

I'll keep you posted on the Tung Sol 5881's. I didn't realise they are for 400V max. I think the OTS runs on 450V. Some people here seem to get good results though.

OOPS. I just ordered those.