Had trouble reaching the the tubes, Solved..

[Delta77]

I just dreaded taking the top off the preamp , just to roll in a new set of tubes..
So I made this “hoaky” cover with easy access to the tubes..!!

 

[Drugolf]

I suppose that'll work! And you still have the original cover for resale purposes.
Makes you wonder if these companies ever consider providing easy access to the tubes.

 

[sKiZo]

My Maverick looked slick, but was a real PITA to take the cover off - two men, a strong elephant, and chain pull kinda PITA.

I dremeled off the bottom wings, so now it slips right off and is still plenty tight to stay on.

Little touch up with a sharpie and you can't hardly tell it's been hacked.

 

[Dave_1962]

Nice job_

 

[lightcapture]

Nice job. The added benefit is the plywood is less resonant than metal. Are you considering drilling multiple little holes in the access panel for heat ventilation?

 

[Eric n Kc]

Hey
Yeah, I have a Van Alstein pre amp that has 13 screws in the top cover.
It's my only complaint with it. It's built too well. Eric