[Amps] Need for bias switch (CW/SSB)

[n8de at thepoint.net]

Most amps that have that switch are Class C on CW and some class AB (1  
or 2) on SSB.
That switch is used to change the bias on the tube to change amp class.
73
Don
N8DE


Quoting Charlie <charlie at drhabekost.com>:

> Folks-
>
> I am putting a 8877 amp together. I was wondering why  some amps have a
> "CW/SSB" switch.
> Assuming the power supply can handle cw key down, other than higher
> efficiency, what other reason could there be for this switch?
>
> Thanks!
>
> Charlie N6CFH
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