AX84 Hi-Octane Tube Guitar Amplifier Project
[classic projects]
[current version] [testing version] [old
versions]
Overview
The Hi-Octane is like a juiced up rock and roll amp from the 80's...
only smaller. Like a P1 but with an extra preamp tube, this is a good
choice for someone who wants more distortion and has built an amp or
two before.
Tone goes from cleanish to semi-saturated distortion, depending on
gain settings and guitar volume setup. Responds well to pedals and
retains your guitars tone.
Features
- Hi-Gain 12ax7 Preamp
- 6BQ5/EL84/SV83 Power Tube in Class-A Single Ended Configuration
provides a surprisingly loud 5 watts or so of output power.
- Cathode-follower driven Bass, Mid and Treble tone controls allow
you to shape your sound. Alter the values of the components in the tone
stack to tailor your sound.
Skill Level: intermediate --- Status: Ready to
Build.
Before using these materials, please read our terms
and conditions.
| P1 Theory
Document |
The P1 Theory Document - although this refers to an old
rev (10) of the
P1, this information is required reading for understanding the basics
of a simple tube amp. |
| Builders
Guide |
The Builders Guide document for single-ended AX84
projects |
| 06.02.23
Hi-Octane |
Schematic, board template and chassis template for the
06.02.23 version of the AX84 Hi-Octane. |
Beta 3 (Final)
Beta 2
Beta 1
| 08.02.29
Hi-Octane |
Schematic, board template and chassis template for the
08.02.29 version
of the AX84 Hi-Octane. |
| 05.11.23
Hi-Octane |
Schematic, board template and chassis template for the
05.11.23 version of the AX84 Hi-Octane. |
Is this area looking a little skimpy? Looking for older materials
and
soundclips from previous version? Check out [the
older versions]
