Not sure a SB-230 is the right amp for a beginner. Now a SB-200 is!
73
Jim W7RY
On Mon, Jan 11, 2010 at 7:05 PM, <n8de@thepoint.net> wrote:
> For easy plug-and-play, the Heath SB-230 with one 8873 [conduction
> cooled] is a no-brainer, however the tube is no longer manufactured.
> It's good for just under 1kw SSB and 600w CW.
>
> Ahem ... I have an SB-230 in quite mint condition with a SPARE 8873
> that I might be willing to sell.... [cough]
>
> 73
> Don
> N8DE
>
> Quoting Carl <km1h@jeremy.mv.com>:
>
> > The 8122 is a tetrode and a very easy to damage tube from mistuning.
> > Replacement costs are in the $600-1000 range for a new matched pair
> > unless it is rebuilt for other tubes.
> >
> > Carl
> > KM1H
> >
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: Gary Smith
> > To: Carl ; Daniel Hileman ; Amps Listserve
> > Sent: Monday, January 11, 2010 5:52 PM
> > Subject: Re: [Amps] WTB: 800 watt-1KW amp
> >
> >
> > Yes, it has metal /ceramic tubes, but I offered it with a thought
> > re price concerns.
> > Gary...wa6fgi
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: Carl
> > To: Gary Smith ; Daniel Hileman ; Amps Listserve
> > Sent: Monday, January 11, 2010 1:49 PM
> > Subject: Re: [Amps] WTB: 800 watt-1KW amp
> >
> >
> > That is NOT an amp for a noobie. Stick to glass tubes.
> >
> > Carl
> > KM1H
> >
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Gary Smith" <wa6fgi@sbcglobal.net>
> > To: "Daniel Hileman" <n9wx@hotmail.com>; "Amps Listserve"
> > <amps@contesting.com>
> > Sent: Monday, January 11, 2010 4:19 PM
> > Subject: Re: [Amps] WTB: 800 watt-1KW amp
> >
> >
> > Try this link, I know he has a couple of National NC-2000 amps
> > that might
> > be for sale. Drop him a line.
> > 73, Gary...wa6fgi
> >
> > http://radiosupplyco.com/
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: Daniel Hileman
> > To: Amps Listserve
> > Sent: Monday, January 11, 2010 12:39 PM
> > Subject: [Amps] WTB: 800 watt-1KW amp
> >
> >
> >
> > Hi,
> >
> > I am looking for an amp for a buddy...something like an AL-811/H,
> > SB-200/220, or maybe something else, if the price is right..in
> > the $400-650
> > range. Please, DONT give me a lecture on how you cant get an SB-220
> for
> > around 650.00...already had that conversation on here, and I've
> > seen several
> > of them in THAT price range CURRENTLY, I am not asking for something
> > modified...so I agree one modified MIGHT be hard/impossible to
> > find in that
> > range. He would REALLY like a NICE AL-811H as he is a newbie to
> > amps, and I
> > had one and loved it. Want something you plug in and WORKS...nice,
> simple
> > and reliable. No tech specials please and NOT your Henry 5K.
> > Just thought
> > I'd try on the list. Preferably in the Dallas area for pick up.
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Thanks and 73,
> >
> > Daniel N9WX
> >
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