SOLD OUT!We are confirming our first Amp building course. 2 days in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It's a two day course designed to teach some basic tube theory, amp building techniques etc. all using the Tramp as the kit.
Trinity Amp Building Course2 days in Toronto, Ontario, Canada We are now confirmed for February 26, 27th 2011.
Time: 10AM - 5PM Saturday & Sunday.
LocatIon: 224 North Queen Street, Etobicoke, Ontario , M9C 4Y1. 427 & Queensway. West end of Toronto.
Saturday 10 AM
* Introductions
* Tube Theory related to the Tramp
* Reading Schematics
* Understanding Layouts
Saturday PM
* Working Safely
* Build Techniques - layouts, grounding, * test voltage readings - how, why and where on start up.
* Supervised Tramp Start Hands-On build.
Sunday 10AM - 5 PM
* Supervised Tramp Finish Hands-On build* Cost of the course is $200 CAD per student. For extra savings, see the group offer below.
* Materials cost Tramp kit is $380 CAD* 13% HST Applies
* Students supply tools.
Space is limited. To register, we will require a $100 non-refundable payment by December 31, 2010. PayPal, Credit Card or Check. For details on payment, questions, click > ContactIf you want a nice unfinished DIY cabinet for your Tramp project in time for this course, pre-order it by end of December 2010 for $235 CAD. This is ready to paint, stain, varnish or tolex and install the hardware. Pre-drilled and ready to go 'naked' or 'dressed up'!
Add $100 for a custom tolex cabinet.
Save some money an put a group together* Group of 5-10 tuition fees of $175 CAD + $380 kit
* Group of 10 or more tuition fees $150 CAD PLUS 5% discount on kit for $360 CAD
During the Course, students will also receive a 10% Discount at A1 Electronics (except on Hammond Transformers).
Tools Required:
* 25 Watt, pencil tip soldering iron
* 60/40 rosin core solder (.032" dia)
* wire stripper
* wire cutter
* needle nose pliers
* screwdrivers (small size philips, slot)
* multi-meter with minimum 500V range
Use a stand for the soldering iron, a sponge to keep the tip clean, de-soldering wick material and clip leads. You should also have a multi-meter with at least 500V range, preferably 1000V and an audible continuity checker. Try to get a multi-meter that measures capacitance. This lets you verify the value of your components before you install them.
No Auditing of Course Will be Permitted.