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Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier "light" DIY

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UPDATE: This project is quite old now, all old project files are gone unfortunately. However, i still get request from many enthusiasts asking me for
details. Thus, i decided to re-create all project files, and i am already working on it. It will take some time to complete them, i am really lacking time
now. I plan to clone the old layout as much as possible, but will also provide modifications for more common parts to be used. Expensive and bulky
Orange caps will be replaced by smaller Mallory-like ones, LDR/LED pairs will be replaced by relays for switching (resulting in a much more
reliable circuit). The output power will eventually be reduced to 15W max by utilizing a pair of EL84 tubes. This would also significantly drop
transformer requirements as well. All switches provided but not used on the PCB's will be removed.

4-4-2013: Here a new layout for the poweramp section. Assembles old layout as much as possible. Slightly improved routing and removed unused
parts. Spacing for cathode and screen resistors enlarged in order to allow using 2, 3 or even 5 watt resistors. I intend using 1W for cathodes and 2W
for screen resistors in the power stage. NOTE, for schematics (EAGLE) you will need to install a tube-library available on CadSoft's library page.

5-4-2013: A new variant of the switching matrix can be found here. The archive contains EAGLE files for both, schematic and the PCB layout. This
variant implements the same functionality but uses relays for switching. The board also contains an additional rectifier circuit for V1A DC heating.
Added LED terminals for the channel indication.

8-4-2013: PCB located part of the PSU filter added. Poweramp and switching slightly reworked again. Naming scheme for parts is still not entirely
consistent, will correct when all schems are done. First verification of the switching, poweramp and PSU done, no bugs known so far. Feel free to re-
check though !

After visiting my local music-store and playing a "Dual Rectifier" i got the idea to "copy" this amplifier. Many sleepless nights were
spent, many thoughts were thought, and some bucks were given away. Before i continue, i need to mention, that i am not trying to
impress anyone by covering the great work of Mesa Corp. with a magic dust, wri ing "by N.Kim" on the frontpanel. No, my intention
was to modify the initial design a li le, to create PCB’s, to lay out the chassis properly according to my needs and wishes and to make

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