[Hallicrafters] Solid State 5Y3 + audio amps

[jeff]

On Sun, 2006-02-12 at 12:17 -0600, Sandy W5TVW wrote:
> If you MUST do a solid state sub. for the 5Y3, don't forget to put a 47-150 ohm 1 watt resistor in
> series with each anode lead.  This will help save the power transformer if the diodes should ever
> short.  Also easier on the filter caps as well during warmup!

would this apply to guitar amps also?

I prefer the tone (sag) of hollow-state rectification, but I know some
people use SS for a bit more snappiness.  Most have a standby (B+)
switch but smaller ones don't.

Also, is it possible to simulate a 5Y3 in a full-wave SS bridge circuit?
I've heard it's possible to imitate sag with a zener diode or a resistor
in the supply, but haven't seen any schematics.


Gracias.