Hooray! Just when I was wondering if everything was ok over there.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

We're doing just fine, Daniel. Thanks for your concern :)

UNCLE DOUG!!! What a treat!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Mike :)

Warning! Watching UD and sipping a drink can be both hilarious and hazardous 🤣

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Also for anyone sitting in front of you :)

@kickinvideo333

4 жыл бұрын

Uncle Doug 😆

@gerryjamesedwards1227

4 жыл бұрын

Keyboard-killing coffee spray is a real danger.

Fender Vibrato and Paul Westerberg is pure bliss. Just like cruising in a VW 36hp Low Light Ghia.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Life is good :)

I like your chassis stand rig. Tall and adjustable its cool.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

It was a gift from a generous viewer, Charles.

@thomaswagner1761

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, that thing is really clever.

One of the best amps Fender made. I owned a '68 SF w/ the AB763 circuit and it was a jewel but had some issues. Sold it to buy my wife a Christmas present. Things we do for love. :)

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Amen, Joseph ;)

Uncle Doug and a cuppa great way to start the day! thanks again for imparting more pearls of wisdom to the masses!

Your guitar playing has really come along nicely.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

All praise goes to Jack & Ollie ;)

@billklement2492

4 жыл бұрын

@@UncleDoug , the cats play better than I do!

@misteramx1

4 жыл бұрын

I was just thinking the same thing.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

@@billklement2492 Think how I feel when they outplay me too ;)

Your the Man, all of us gear people love your work

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Steve :)

I was just given a free AB763 Bandmaster head this past Monday. It had been left out in the shed for over 30 years, and there was enough dirt on it to grow potatoes! It's the early silverface with the little aluminum trim around the grill cloth. The tube chart says AB763, and sure enough, it checks out with the schematic to a "T" . No CBS silliness anywhere! thanks to your excellent presentation on your video, I was able to get this thing running, and blow out all of the gremlins (noise, crackling, hum, etc) in record time. For about $15 worth of parts and a few hours time, I am now the owner of a righteous Bandmaster that sounds like God shouting from the mountain top! Your advice and expertise are far advanced from what I know, and I must thank you a thousand times. Much respect and admiration to you sir!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

It's great to hear that you put the video knowledge to good use, JP. Congratulations on a successful restoration :)

@jpalberthoward9

4 жыл бұрын

@@UncleDoug Thank you again, and I have to say that you had a hand in the process. My new old Bandmaster rocks the house.

Spirits lifted again with a new Uncle Doug video. My favorite type of oxygen.

Fender amps are incredibly tough ... And this one is beautiful.

@UncleDoug

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed....twice :) Thanks, TT.

Always good to see Jack and Casey. Oh, you too Uncle Doug. ;-)

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Lewis :)

wow. to pack such a jem so poorly.. thank god it arrived fine. I appreciate the new video Uncle Doug!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, KG :)

Thanks for the ride in the purple monster uncle Doug I needed to get out a bit What a machine

Wow Uncle Doug. Valve amps and Hot Rods. Looks like your'e living the dream. How cool.

The BF Bandmaster and it's combo version The Pro ab763 are my faves. Such a versatile amp Keen to watch this one

Thanks for the drive. I could just hear Marty Robbins singing out loud and clear along the way.

@UncleDoug

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for joining Marty and me, Jeff :)

What an absolutely sweet sounding amp. You did it justice, and it honored us with its Presence :)

@UncleDoug

2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much, Jules. That was definitely our goal :)

Thanks Uncle Doug, that was great as usual: love the test tunes.

Thank you Doug. I have 2 Fender Bandmaster Heads that more than like need Recapping, It's amazing how much Techs charge for shop time on Tube Amps, Seems if they'd lower Service charges it'd equate to more business Thank you Uncle Doug. I love the sound of tube Amps.

@UncleDoug

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Heen. Keep watching and maybe you'll be ready to perform your own basic maintenance.

43:03 Uncle Doug, I feel ya. I pass through the intersection of Damnit and You SOB Dr. twice a day.. Thanks for the meter tip. I have recently started looking at Mastech to replace my sluggish Amprobe and the reviews are very positive for a DMM in that price range.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Randy. I really think you'll be pleased with the Mastech.

I've never been much of a fan of KZread'sters that include their pets in the video. But, in your case Uncle Doug, I've always been more accepting and never known quite why. I think today I finally have figured it out. I think Jack is much more relaxed and entirely more helpful than most pets. Other pets always seem to talk too much. But, Jack seems to know when it's best to hold his tongue and when it's time to express his humble opinion with less words and more action! I tip my hat to you, Sir. Not only for having raised a fine companion; but, also for providing another thorough, instructive and easy to follow video! Thank you for the service you provide mankind.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks from both of us, Richard. I agree that other people's kids and pets are generally a nuisance and distraction.....but Jack was raised to be "seen and not heard", and thus is a trusted confidante :)

@freelancevt

4 жыл бұрын

That's so evident! LOL!!

it is good to hear you are ok, Uncle Doug!

As usual, well done, sir!

Nice to hear from you Doug! a nice ride after another fine job!

Nice to see you back

Oh happy new year! I was wondering how you were, thanks for everything. from France

There's something in the sound of that engine that just says, "Floor it."

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Balanced by the voice in my head that says, "Stay out of jail" :)

@smasica

4 жыл бұрын

@@UncleDoug Sadly, too true.

@billklement2492

4 жыл бұрын

@@UncleDoug, the cops are afraid of pulling you out her in MD. I have to stay right to not be run over!

You are a great and genorus man for sharing your knowledge we appreciate it very much

Tks for another amazing video with two of my favorite stuff....valve amps and engines...that engine sound it's just a dream...stay safe!

I'm re-watching this video after recently buying a 1967 Deluxe Reverb. I really appreciate your thorough explanation of how the screen resistors and grid stoppers function. My brand-new to me amp had the v8 power tube fail in the first half hour of playing it, frying something inside and releasing gray smoke! At first, I was mortified that I had somehow killed the power transformer, until I opened up the chassis and saw the roasted screen resistor (which was already pretty dark). I remembered that you had talked about these before so I went back to find this video. After watching this video explanation again, I know understand much better what happened. Thanks!

@UncleDoug

3 жыл бұрын

A burned screen resistor generally indicates a short within the tube, Wes. Replace the screen resistor and the tube.....and see if the problem doesn't disappear.

I love your adjustable wooden test stand! Another great video

Welcome back and certainly missed your informative videos.

good to see back Uncle . Go the rod.

Thank you. I enjoy all your videos. I appreciate the work that goes into each one.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

We appreciate your kind words, Rich.

Cool amp Doug you do nice work!and thanks for the ride!Cheers

Glad to hear that you're feeling well. I always love to see a Bandmaster. Great playing at the end. Thanks Uncle Doug.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Rohan.......glad you enjoyed it.

Good job Uncle Doug! I hope your doing good, staying safe and healthy!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Ronnie. You too, I hope.

A really sweet sound. Thanks, Jack & Ollie. (I don't get Unc's tremolo thing, but, hey. Keep the ol' fella amused, guys, the world's a better place...)

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Bill :)

I used to play through the exact same type of amp in the late 70s. The fuse holder used to get bumped and the end would fall off into the back of the cabinet. Beginning of the night I would reach around with bass in one hand to turn it on and my fingers would brush by the live fuse poking out the back. Zapped me many times!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

You're lucky you weren't touching the bass strings at the same time, Dean. Glad you survived :)

Love the video! Both the Fender and the fenderless sound amazing!! Cheers!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks twice, Rick.

Thanks Uncle Doug! I always learn something good.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

That's our goal, Shaun.

Glad to see you back uncle Doug! Nice video btw, amp and rod...

Thanks for all you do. You have helped me out so much with all your videos . Please don't stop. Keep on truckin.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Will do, Joseph.

Hi uncle Doug, great seeing you sharing your knowledge and vids again, and stay safe.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Vince. Will do.

Welcome back Doug. I missed watching your videos. Can't wait for the next one.

this thing just survived the greatest threat ever to its existence; demand that this owner buy a road case & send it for the return & all future moves of the amp - it's worth thousands surely

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

It was quite lucky to survive......and from my experience, such luck rarely repeats itself.

Glad you are keeping well and thanks for another interesting repair of a marvellous vintage Fender. Stay well!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, you too!

i use to think Rusty spent to much time hanging around the garage with those rusty old trucks instead of practicing his guitar.but now I think Jack and Ollie have been coming up with some pretty enjoyable music.....thanks .....plus I hope you dont mind if I am using some of your material in some of my more humorous narratives

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

No problem, Phil. We probably stole it from someone else ;)

Hi Doug. Thank you

Glad to see you well. Awesome video and lovely scenery around you.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks twice, Tim :)

Hi Uncle Doug, God Bless and Protect you and your family. Thank you for Blessing us with your Tube Amp Wisdom!!!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, F1. Likewise on all the good wishes.

That Engine is some of the best music I've heard lately. Thanks Uncle!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it, Juan.

Love the videos! Thank you

Wow, she was a real beauty on the inside.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, indeed :)

Awesome work uncle Doug!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Demian.

Great job on both the amp and the car, as always! Loved the ride along, thank you!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, Andy :)

Great video as always!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, Dave.

Allways a treat for a new video from Uncle Doug!!! The Ratrod is very nice !!! glad you are healthy and doing well ,awesome amp thankgod it made it with no damage

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Joe :)

YES! Thanks Uncle Doug! Now I feel better! Glad you are safe and sound!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

We appreciate your concern, DK.

Another awesome repair & damn that rod runs sweet! Thanks Uncle Doug! Stay safe!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, James. You too :)

What a beautiful amplifier! Thank you for sharing!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

The pleasure was ours, KW.

Very happy and relieved to see another video from you, UD! Hope all is well with you and yours!!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Greg. Never better.

Hey that was great Doug, thanks again and stay safe man in these crazy times

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

You bet, Alec :)

Doug, your playing gets better almost by the day!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Fabio. It's all due to the gracious assistance of Ollie & Jack.

Glad you're doing well. Great job on the amp and the hot rod. That engine purrs very nicely!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, GL. It learned the purring from Jack :)

Uncle Doug, so glad to see that you’re safe and well. Thanks for the video. Love the exhaust note on the truck !

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure, Stephen. Thanks !!

Hey Uncle Doug, great to see new stuff from you! I wanna thank you for your informative and entertaining videos. Thank to you I gathered the courage and the knowledge needed to build my first amp, which brought me great joy and pride. Keep up the great work!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

That's great news, Giovanni. We're glad to hear that your first project went well.

@giovanni5558

4 жыл бұрын

@@UncleDoug Cheers!

Always a pleasure... thank you uncle doug🙋🏻‍♂️

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

The pleasure was ours, RH :)

Your truck! I want! First vehicle I ever rode in, was a 1944 or '45 Ford truck, in 1947. Saw one JUST like it a couple years ago, with no improvements to it at all ... holes, rust, same interior, no improvements ... I loved that thing.

Hot rod looks great Uncle Doug! Fantastic work on the Bandmaster as well.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks twice, Jake.

New Uncle Doug videos always make my day - really glad to see everything’s OK around there. Rewatching the old video made my quarantine time much, much easier to live with, but it did have the side effect that I’m now compulsively looking for cheap amp project to get my hands (or chopsticks) onto.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

That's great to hear, S. This hobby needs all the new recruits we can get :)

Nice clean work!

One good looking Bandmaster there I must say, great job Uncle Doug!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Phil.

Another excellent Video Uncle Doug!!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Big Joe.

I actually enjoyed the tone of that engine in the end as well. Thanks for the video. Cheers!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Stav.

Nice work on the amp, and a great hot rod. Good to hear from you again.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Hack.

Almost a full hour of uncle Doug, my evening just got a whole lot better lol😀😀😀

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

We hope you enjoy it, B&M.

Oright Uncle Doug back in action 🔥🙏 I learn from you, not in such a way on the how to fix these things but about how the sound formulates,what is in the signal path between by bass and that amplifier to the speakers it actually helps me become a better player thank you!!!!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

You're quite welcome, Charles.

Thanks again.. and thanks for the Ride ... Nice Ride by the way.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure, BM.

The sound of this one ended up Superb. great vid UD, thanks!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it, K. Thanks !!

I was worried about you Uncle Doug , glad you are all ok there . Love the Truck . It was funny you said damn it and a cop rolled up on the other side of the high way at the light. I know you said that about the light changing. Was funny.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. The camera doesn't miss anything, Marcus ;)

"Optimize what you got, and make it work like it used to." Wise words as I approach my dotage. Good to have you back, Uncle Doug. We missed you.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Allan. It's good to be back.

Glad to hear your all OK, sweet amp, sweet ride, cool dude.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, James.

Another great video Doug. You've got that amp sounding absolutley perfect.{Its nice to get one that dosen't fight you}. keep puting smiles on viewers faces and stay safe. Thanks for entertaining us with your expertise.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Ima :)

Always a treat to see a new Uncle Doug video - hope lockdown hasen't been too much of a trial for you & your loved ones.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Spud. It's actually not much of a change. I generally spend several hours in the workshop daily and then take a spin in a hot rod for some fresh air.......pre and post quarantine ;)

Thanks Doug, Great video as always.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Martin.

Always enjoy watching your repair videos. Being a car guy, I like how you weave them in as well.

@UncleDoug

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, John. Glad you enjoy the videos.

Im glad youre back and well. Neat Job on the Amp and what a nice pickup:).

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Heinrich :)

Thanks Uncle Doug for another GREAT VIDEO! Glad your OK...

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Wayne. Thanks !!

Great to see you back again and what a wonderful old Bandmaster. It must have had an easy life and very careful owners as it appears to be in outstanding condition. With the new capacitors and metal film resistors you fitted it should be good for many more decades. Nice work! Don’t leave it so long next time, I’ve really missed you and the cats.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Henry. We were delayed by another hot rod project, and some very very difficult amp repairs.....unlike this one.

@nicholasschmitt4263

Жыл бұрын

🎉🎉🎉🎉 😂🎉m e🎉

Glad to hear you're doing well!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Same for you, I hope.

The Bandmaster looks so pristine, I thought it was a reissue.

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

It was a nice one, R5.

Real nice...and yes really clean rig..nice job!

I see you have assembled yourself a new adjustable chassis stand. Cool beans👍

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

It was a gift from a kind and generous viewer, M1.

Howdy Doug, nice to see you are doing good. That hot rod is mean!

A very enjoyable video Doug. Jack and Ollie were in good form!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Brian.....from all of us.

Thank you for posting!!! I know how much work this is!!!!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Ivan. This one went better than most.

I really loved seeing inside this great amp! Your discussion of the circuitry, component details and repair strategy/philosophy is really helpful. Jack and KC ripped it up and reminded us of what this amp sounded like when it was new. As much as I like the amp's tone, you saved your special micing and audio Mastering skills for the tunnel ram with dual Holley carbs tone!

@UncleDoug

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, John. The car noises are hard to get wrong ;)