04-07-2026, 11:11 AM
Now, the three wires are there because one of the output leads is grounded and the 4th wire (to the speaker) goes via the chassis/GND.
Otherwise, again, I think your xfmr is gone.
Disconnect; if you can, measure inductance; if not, see if that bulging side smells and darkened. The resistance measurements may or may not be useful.
Check the 35L6 tube. It could've caused this.
Replace the transformer and the tube if needed; measure voltages. It might just work after that.
Otherwise, again, I think your xfmr is gone.
Disconnect; if you can, measure inductance; if not, see if that bulging side smells and darkened. The resistance measurements may or may not be useful.
Check the 35L6 tube. It could've caused this.
Replace the transformer and the tube if needed; measure voltages. It might just work after that.
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