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What is a Magnetron Device? (& How Does a Magnetron Work?)

What is a magnetron exactly, and how does a magnetron work? If you’ve ever zapped leftovers in a ...

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Bad Preamp, Power, Rectifier & Phase Inverter Tube Symptoms

Learning how to tell if a tube is bad starts with spotting bad preamp tube symptoms (like fizzy s...

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14 Different Types of Vacuum Tubes Explained

Ever cranked up a guitar amp or tuned an old radio and wondered what makes that warm, crackling m...

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Are Vacuum Tubes Still Used (& What Are They Used for)?

Are vacuum tubes still used, and if so, what are vacuum tubes used for in today's digital age? Wh...

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How Do Vacuum Tubes Work & What Do Vacuum Tubes Do?

How do vacuum tubes work? Understanding vacuum tube technology is essential for anyone interested...

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About Matched Vacuum Tubes – Matched Pair; Matched Trio; Matched Quad

Learn how Penta Lab's meticulous matching process ensures optimal performance for your audio equi...

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