01-11-2013, 12:04 AM
Well..... I WAS an AK guy. Interesting, the older AKs (1930 and before) are usually a good candidate for reforming the factory electrolytics. I have had very good results from these early sets. In fact, the model 42 and 70 I currently still have have been playing on their factory electrolytics for many years, by me.
HOWEVER, I would NOT do this with the 1931 and later models.
Like any set, if the filters go boink they usually take the power transformer and other formerly good components with them.
I will say that AK used quality components and workmanship in their sets. I suspect that this made it difficult to make an "affordable" set compared to other brands. Compare a four or five tube AK, like the 944 or 165, to other brand four and five tube sets and you will see what I mean.
HOWEVER, I would NOT do this with the 1931 and later models.
Like any set, if the filters go boink they usually take the power transformer and other formerly good components with them.
I will say that AK used quality components and workmanship in their sets. I suspect that this made it difficult to make an "affordable" set compared to other brands. Compare a four or five tube AK, like the 944 or 165, to other brand four and five tube sets and you will see what I mean.
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