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Title: Loose tube/socket
Post by: bladerunner80 on November 27, 2024, 11:07:39 AM

Hi all, any tips for fixing a loose tube/socket?  The 9-pin socket  (12AU7) is a little loose, do I need to replace the socket or is there a method for tightening it up? 

Title: Re: Loose tube/socket
Post by: Paul Joppa on November 27, 2024, 01:41:25 PM

The parts of the socket that grip the tube pins are intentionally a little loose, to allow for slight variations in the pins.

Title: Re: Loose tube/socket
Post by: bladerunner80 on November 28, 2024, 11:21:49 AM

Ok, thanks. I pulled the tube out and reseated which helped as well.