[Collins] 572B and the 30L1

[Frank]

Glen Zook wrote:
> Air flow is one reason, hot air rises and both the
> 30L-1 and SB-200 are already marginal where air flow
> to cool the tubes are concerned.  Turning the
> amplifier on its side would reduce the air flow
> considerably.
> 
> Then one would have to look sideways to read the
> meter, dials, etc.  Also, the linear would just look
> "funny" when sitting beside the rest of the S-Line,
> SB-Line, etc.

Have you considered using 811s?

They are cheaper, run cooler, fit better, and you get just 
about the same power out.

Regards,
Frank Kamp