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Old 11th Mar 2017, 11:32 am   #137
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Default Re: 807 (maybe) amplifier build.

Regulated G2 is an under-explored backwater. Partridge of transformer fame proposed a series regulator valve just for G2 voltage. Not used much in the commercial world, but Grommes used it in their 260A power amp which has a 6L6 just for screen regulation.

Sometimes known as the 'Partridge control valve'.

With regard to power output in UL mode the valve isn't fully in pentode mode so power is a little lower, but you're trading this off for distortion.

As this is not a commercial product you can explore all avenues and have fun. You could even have a switch to select pentode or UL modes. Just don't switch it with the amp turned on
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