Heathkit 151

Discussion in 'Audio Hardware' started by Nelson52, Apr 19, 2018.

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  1. Nelson52

    Nelson52 New Member Thread Starter

    Location:
    PNW
    Who has heard one or owns one?
     
  2. Nelson52

    Nelson52 New Member Thread Starter

    Location:
    PNW
    Anyone using this amp?
     
  3. Tom Littlefield

    Tom Littlefield Forum Resident

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  4. Trashman

    Trashman Forum Resident

    Location:
    Wisconsin
    There are plenty of 50s and 60s tube amps still in operation out there, so I wouldn't write off anything due to age... as long as it's been taken care of and serviced/restored when needed. I have a Heathkit AA-161, which is a mono amp. It's a decent little EL84 powered amp, but doesn't quite stack up against my Fisher 100, Fisher 400, or even my Voice of Music 1428. Mine is unrestored, so I really don't run it... but I might have a go at replacing the caps someday. Also keep in mind that since these were kits, build quality is going to vary from example to example.

    If you can find a nicely-built example that is restored, I can see it being an enjoyable amp to use. Here's a nice-looking example someone posted on YouTube:

     
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  5. Nelson52

    Nelson52 New Member Thread Starter

    Location:
    PNW
    Thanks for the replies. If properly restored some of the vintage gear really sounds great.
     
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