Building a Dumble

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  • Опубликовано: 23 ноя 2024

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  • @MichaelWWestbrook
    @MichaelWWestbrook  Год назад +1

    Live Stream with lots of playing here: ruclips.net/video/v0FoXf8-ACM/видео.html

  • @dwaynedelario
    @dwaynedelario Год назад +40

    Dude this is so incredibly f'kin rad. This is an intensely complicated circuit and you absolutely nailed it. Your patience and methodical approach paid off and I applaud you for showing that kind of stamina. Even if the amp sounded like garbage this would be a massive win, but it sounds phenomenal from this side of the digital fence. Just dealing with the Mouser interface alone for sourcing all these caps and resistors is a huge time investment, let alone comparing schematics and photos for proper layout. For this to be your third amp build is unbelievably righteous. Bravo man!

    • @MichaelWWestbrook
      @MichaelWWestbrook  Год назад +5

      Thanks for the kind words. Your so right about mouser 😂 Getting the right parts from them alone is a win

  • @jfturner67
    @jfturner67 Год назад +9

    I can’t even imagine how satisfying it was to work through this project and have it turn out so successfully. Congrats!

  • @k-9thecat765
    @k-9thecat765 4 месяца назад +1

    Man......
    I created my own branched 9vDC power supply long ago.... I took a year of electronics in Highschool... Thought It'd be a cake-walk....
    I encountered problems just with the SUPER-SIMPLE design I came up with... To take this project on.... You're the man....!!!

  • @thomaslenz7306
    @thomaslenz7306 Год назад +4

    Hello Michael, great video, thank you. I too (started to) build a Dumble myself years ago. What an experience, as the electric idiot I was by that time, just with a pro looking over my shoulder from time to time and keeping me from lethal mistakes. I had a lot of flaws in it and it landed as a project in the basement, quite an expensive collection of spareparts. Your video encouraged me to restart and finish the project soon. Thank you for the impulse. May the electric shock be with you.

  • @Ampman007
    @Ampman007 4 месяца назад +1

    I’ve been building amps for years. Great hobby. It should be mentioned that Alexander Dumble knew his amps were unique so he coated most of the inside with a black silicone so amp builders couldn’t reverse engineer them. I could only imagine the guys that picked all that out of one of his amps just so I could be cloned. Great channel!

  • @romannumeral5547
    @romannumeral5547 Месяц назад +1

    You tackled a very complex build so kudos to you. Patience is absolutely required for any build to be successful, especially this one. Thanks for allowing us to be along on your amp journey. Cheers!

  • @danielcgomez
    @danielcgomez Год назад +3

    You did well to build that amp and not have any teething issues, congrats! I built a Ceriatone Kit of Robben Fords Amp, and it came out great ...no issues at all! I spent almost a month studying the schematic, the circuit layout & some high resolution photos on Ceriatones Build albums. I copied the lead dress from the photos, and the Amp has a very low noise floor ...super quiet! One thing that I did when I was working on the Front panel controls was to install the pots & switches thru the front panel & inverted, so I didn't have to work in the tight chassis. Once I was completed with that, I just removed the assembly and installed it correctly. Very happy with the amp! Enjoy yours!

  • @Carlos-Rodrigues
    @Carlos-Rodrigues Год назад +3

    Congratulations for your hard work. I am a happy owner of a Dumble clone like yours with 15W output and you are right, this amp is just magic ! I wish modern amps could be built that way. Sure you now understand how hard it is to build this amp (and probably other types of amps are easier to build, who knows). Play a lot and if you can improve your amp please do it and show us all how beautiful your mind can be creative 🙏 A big thank you for your hard work ❤️

  • @utahprepper8925
    @utahprepper8925 Год назад +1

    It's always nice when you fire up your amp build and the Magic Genie Smoke doesn't escape.

  • @rosecitywriter
    @rosecitywriter Год назад +3

    This is awesome that someone would take the time to do this right.

    • @MichaelWWestbrook
      @MichaelWWestbrook  Год назад

      Yeah, I wasn’t sure if I’d do it again (even though I’d love to) so I figured I would do it as well as I could with quality parts and whatnot

  • @drivenmad7676
    @drivenmad7676 Год назад +2

    I'm really impressed when i see a man create an amp or guitar.

  • @Emperorjones
    @Emperorjones Год назад +3

    Michael, looks and sounds great. That moment of flipping the switch, been there, felt that moment many times. Well done. 👊

  • @MarketingVideography
    @MarketingVideography 3 месяца назад +1

    Im in love. Amp garage Saturday! Birthday gift June 2025 starting today! ❤

  • @scottketterer1672
    @scottketterer1672 Год назад +5

    Awesome. I have a 183 build planned. Finished an SSS 002 recently (thanks to the amp garage).

  • @leelossi1257
    @leelossi1257 10 месяцев назад +1

    What an incredible sounding Amp!!

  • @williambock1821
    @williambock1821 Год назад +2

    Nice job for your third build! Especially with a Dumble clone. You took your time instead of rushing to see if it’ll work. That makes a HUGE difference. The only problem with building an amp that works right away is you miss an opportunity to learn why it’s not working. So if you or anyone watching builds an amp and it doesn’t work, just know you’ve been presented a great opportunity to learn about amps instead of just following directions. 🙂

  • @eugene2876
    @eugene2876 Год назад

    I saw and touched a Dumble 25 yrs ago. Wish I'd got to play it. Yours sounds nioice. Can't wait for the demo video.

  • @alguitarchristie
    @alguitarchristie Год назад +6

    Sounded absolutely killer dude! And you are such a dynamic player, you deserve a Dumble! You are a very tasteful player and it responds to your touch! Good job fella! That's your amp!!! Live it!

  • @johnvcougar
    @johnvcougar Год назад +4

    Amazing looking wiring internals, something to aspire to for us small build enthusiasts! Very nicely done, Mikey!

  • @jeremyhickersonsalem
    @jeremyhickersonsalem Год назад +2

    man, I can hear all kinds of nuance in the sound, whether clean or some overdrive, and I'm not even picking the guitar -- yet I can hear how it's responding to your picking, I can really hear it!! You must have done a good job, well done!

  • @ampguy
    @ampguy Год назад +1

    Great looking and great sounding build Michael. I know exactly what you meant when you mentioned it took longer than you first thought but I am sure its worth it!

    • @MichaelWWestbrook
      @MichaelWWestbrook  Год назад

      Absolutely worth it! Nothing quite like playing a great sounding amp that you built yourself

  • @jjnolan
    @jjnolan Год назад +1

    Incredible. Well done. Sounds great. Looking forward to the demo video. Congratulations.

  • @bbmade
    @bbmade Год назад +1

    Dumble build for your third amp? You have my respect sir 👍 One of these days I have to take the leap. Great video!

  • @LostMountainRestoration
    @LostMountainRestoration Год назад +3

    Pretty incredible project, Michael. Very well done.

  • @anthonysilva5312
    @anthonysilva5312 Год назад +2

    Good on you bruh! Proud of you taking on a project like this! (100 watts…your neighbours must love you!)🇨🇦

  • @EddyLeger-r1j
    @EddyLeger-r1j 12 дней назад +1

    Hi, very nice work. Perfect.

  • @lorenzopincinato5731
    @lorenzopincinato5731 Год назад +1

    Oh man, that's awesome, I started planning my ODS build this week!!!

  • @dr_tomK
    @dr_tomK Год назад +2

    Great to see your project come to life. Nicely done.

  • @johnbrown4568
    @johnbrown4568 Год назад +1

    Congratulations...

  • @k-9thecat765
    @k-9thecat765 4 месяца назад +1

    I remember reading about the time/process Dumble created...
    I found out that even the length of a jumper wire could effect the build when my AC30TBX 63' reissue needed some love ..

  • @antreb15
    @antreb15 Год назад +1

    I shall endorse what others have already stated and just add that it sounds great. Fantastic work.

  • @HoiPolloi
    @HoiPolloi Год назад +1

    I like your build process. I need to apply it to my projects.

  • @godbyone
    @godbyone Год назад +2

    Cleans were awesome

  • @benjaminthorpe7990
    @benjaminthorpe7990 Год назад +3

    Wow, I love that. I feel very inspired! If a year long video in the making doesn’t deserve a like, none do! Great stuff Michael 🎉

  • @larrybethune3909
    @larrybethune3909 Год назад +2

    Loving that amp...and that nasty ass Gold Top!

  • @PaulDatta
    @PaulDatta Год назад +2

    This is amazing. What a journey, and great tones. Looking forward to more videos featuring this amp.

  • @JagStar
    @JagStar Год назад +5

    Great job man! The first play tones sound great!
    Congrats 😊
    Can’t wait for the full on demo!

  • @MoreMeRecording
    @MoreMeRecording Год назад +1

    Sounds fantastic. I could really hear someone like David Grissom rockin the daylights out this. A very toney beast you've created there!

    • @MichaelWWestbrook
      @MichaelWWestbrook  Год назад

      Yeah, for sure! I’ve always thought of him as a Dumble style player even though I don’t think he’s ever had one (could be wrong, not 100%)

  • @matts8657
    @matts8657 Год назад +2

    Wow! 😮 So cool man! I admire your patience!!

  • @BlugubriousMusic
    @BlugubriousMusic Год назад +2

    Positive unintended consequence: I am not prone to try something like this. That said, I was encouraged or even strengthened to think more positively about some work I will be doing on some gear soon. So, it may not have been the intent, but the timing of this video is perfect for me. Interesting for sure knowing Dumble history and such, but also helpful because it inspired some confidence. Thanks MW. Always appreciate the straightforward and unassuming approach. Take care. No pressure to respond to this comment by the way.

    • @MichaelWWestbrook
      @MichaelWWestbrook  Год назад +1

      Awesome! Glad to hear it. A few years ago I would have never attempted something like this. It gets easier the more you push yourself

    • @BlugubriousMusic
      @BlugubriousMusic Год назад +1

      @@MichaelWWestbrook I did a repair I will not mention here because I would get roasted ( I was successful, but if RUclips knew what I did... might as well Mod a Klon!)... I did it because no techs here in my area returned my call! One was a friend. But it is videos just like this that gave me confidence. Sincerely. I very much love your humble approach and honesty about limitations... all while still showing it can be done. No pontificating on how easy it is, or how right your way is, or how 'anyone can do it' as though there is not some real need to take it seriously and try to learn. Just right... in my opinion.

  • @jerrymckenzie1858
    @jerrymckenzie1858 Год назад +3

    The wiring looks beautiful!

  • @frankieboy5859
    @frankieboy5859 Год назад +1

    Great work! I had the pleasure to play a Howard Dumble Steel String Singer way back 40 years ago in a guitar shop but couldn't afford it. Will regret it until the end of my life.

    • @MichaelWWestbrook
      @MichaelWWestbrook  Год назад

      Oh, man I’ve got a few of those though maybe not to that level!

  • @bessiebraveheart
    @bessiebraveheart Год назад +1

    Hello from England. The amp sounds really good.

  • @JasonBabineau
    @JasonBabineau Год назад +1

    if i had the patience..id love to build a great handwired amp, but id build many of them. It seems like you did a super job. Looking forward to hearing that beast!

  • @picksalot1
    @picksalot1 Год назад +3

    Congrats and Kudos on your successful Amp build. Sounds good! I use a Modeler, but I also listen to Amps for comparison, and even watch some Amp Repair Channels to improve my understanding of how vintage Amps work, sound, where things tend to break, and how to fix them. The Psionic Audio Channel is one of my favorites.

  • @onewiththings
    @onewiththings Год назад +2

    That's got to be a fun and rewarding project, but way above my pay grade.

  • @SamlonHoldfield
    @SamlonHoldfield Год назад +1

    Congratulations. A great accomplishment. It sounds wonderful. Thanks for sharing.

  • @ztfstudio
    @ztfstudio Год назад +1

    Great sound! I can tell you put in the needed time to make this project a win, congrats!

  • @pharmerdavid1432
    @pharmerdavid1432 Год назад +6

    Congratulations on an awesome build man. I'm building a tweed princeton this weekend, but taking a class to do it not being tech savvy - more like technophobic. Cheers!

    • @MichaelWWestbrook
      @MichaelWWestbrook  Год назад +1

      Awesome, have fun!

    • @davidnoren603
      @davidnoren603 Год назад +1

      Best of luck building the tweed. I built a Princeton Reverb last year and it is glorious. I would recommend that you check out Rob Robinettes site. Also consider adding the negative feedback switch to add some versatility to the amp. Cheers

  • @RobThesman
    @RobThesman Год назад +2

    Congrats - it sounds AMAZING!

  • @rdfindley56
    @rdfindley56 Год назад +1

    For 3 amps in.. your build skills are looking solid! Very nice results!

  • @Marcus_C51
    @Marcus_C51 Год назад +6

    Absolutely amazed and impressed Michael! As others have said, the pretty and clean wiring job alone is a work of art. I think it's safe to say that the immense amount of time you put in on this build was more than worth it-that Dumble 124 of yours is a radiant beast! Man, when you cranked it up it had me grinning, that is one serious amp you have there! Congratulations sir!

  • @brentstewart59
    @brentstewart59 Год назад +1

    Very cool amp you built there. Sounds great. There's a lot going on in one of these

  • @jayguitar
    @jayguitar Год назад +3

    Hey Michael, beautiful build man! I love how neat and tidy you made the amp inside. I have built a few amps and that’s something I always shoot for. Makes a difference to noise levels and also looks amazing. The amp sounds amazing too man. Well done on the build. I have 3 builds which I need to do this year! Your video has reminded me that I need to get started! Lol! I’m gonna go check out the other build videos you have done too 😊 have a great day man.

  • @thisandthat176
    @thisandthat176 Год назад +1

    Congratulations! So cool that it finally runs! 👍🎸☺

  • @PAHVID
    @PAHVID Год назад +2

    Sounds fantastic! Congratulations on a successful build!

  • @boco1951
    @boco1951 Год назад +1

    Sounds really good 👍

  • @furyiiiplate
    @furyiiiplate Год назад +1

    Wild Man, Real Wild Daddio. Sounds Amazin'

  • @tonymcalister9878
    @tonymcalister9878 Год назад +1

    Excellent work. Very rewarding.

  • @HarrisonSD03
    @HarrisonSD03 Год назад +3

    How cool would it be if a legendary amp builder is born through this "rabbit hole?"

  • @nolatone
    @nolatone 6 месяцев назад +1

    Nice video! Here’s a great learning exercise: build a tweed deluxe kit, then converted to a Marshall Plexi circuit. You will learn things most have never experienced! Especially especially the
    Power supply.

    • @MichaelWWestbrook
      @MichaelWWestbrook  6 месяцев назад

      Thanks! Sounds fun

    • @nolatone
      @nolatone 6 месяцев назад +1

      @@MichaelWWestbrook Are you in the Atlanta area? I'm up north of Atlanta. We could geek out if we're local to each other.

    • @MichaelWWestbrook
      @MichaelWWestbrook  5 месяцев назад

      I am, I’m in Decatur. Sounds fun!

  • @jcsk8
    @jcsk8 Год назад +1

    Great tone.

  • @stratonarrow
    @stratonarrow Год назад +5

    What an epic video, holy cow. I've done a few DIY pedals, but never an amp. This is just fantastic! Beautiful work, and your tone and playing is great too. Oh, and nice Vita hat!

    • @MichaelWWestbrook
      @MichaelWWestbrook  Год назад

      Thanks! Good eye on the hat! I stopped in on a tour date last year

  • @97guitarzan
    @97guitarzan Год назад +1

    Really cool! Sounds great on here! Impressive!

  • @soapboxearth2
    @soapboxearth2 5 месяцев назад +1

    Very nice build. Have you ever thought of building a trainwreck? I've built a couple express'. They can do anything. Incredible cleans , all the way to super saturated, gorgeous, harmonically rich overtones. I've always been into tweed and plexi amps, but they do not even compare to a trainwreck.. the honeymoon phase will never end, lol.
    They are a very simple build as well

    • @MichaelWWestbrook
      @MichaelWWestbrook  5 месяцев назад

      Thanks! I have actually and even a tarted researching it but got busy. It seems like a pretty easy build overall especially compared to this one. I still can’t believe it fired up first time 😂

  • @DerredmaxTRIAX
    @DerredmaxTRIAX Год назад +1

    nice finish.

  • @mikehoehn1475
    @mikehoehn1475 9 месяцев назад

    From my phone the tone is really good. I like your channel.

  • @Graffitiaprendiz
    @Graffitiaprendiz Год назад +1

    Sounds killer. Cheers from Brazil

  • @dougnasty99
    @dougnasty99 Год назад +1

    Wow, great….good job.

  • @mickkraviz
    @mickkraviz Год назад +1

    This is awesome! A really great vid and a spectacular amp build. Crazy cool!

  • @geezberry8889
    @geezberry8889 Год назад +1

    just accumulated all the parts for a tw express build. I'm thinking i shoulda gone with this instead. I've built quite a few amps and complex ones at that with several relays and daughter boards.. The tone on this is outstanding

  • @bobvogt2242
    @bobvogt2242 Год назад +1

    Amazing! Well done!! Your playing is good too!

  • @bourbonloftstudio
    @bourbonloftstudio Год назад +1

    Bravo, my friend !

  • @WorshipGuitarResources
    @WorshipGuitarResources Год назад +2

    I'm feeling super inspired! Sounds awesome!

  • @fredzep01
    @fredzep01 Год назад +1

    that sounds so sweet, congrats.

  • @helmanfrow
    @helmanfrow Год назад +1

    Congratulations. Sound killer.

  • @soapboxearth2
    @soapboxearth2 Год назад +1

    After I saw your 5e3 vids I decided to build something. I found a series of videos by lowhearoom on RUclips. It was litterealy a step by step 5e3 build. Gave me so much insight and removed any doubt that I could pull it off. He has been very helpful .
    I chose the 5e3 because it was cheaper. But damn it sounds heaveny.
    I'm on my second build now. A guy named Jake has a couple vids and has also been very helpful so I'm doing his build, converting a fender hot rod deville. Tore out the pcb and I'm building a 59 bassman, plexi mix.. close to being done. Rob robinette mods ..
    Next up is a 18 watt marshall..
    I think its an addiction lol

    • @MichaelWWestbrook
      @MichaelWWestbrook  Год назад +1

      It is addicting for sure! I made a big jump between my second to third build - 18 watt Marshall w/6v6’s to Dumble 😂 Now I feel like I can do anything

    • @soapboxearth2
      @soapboxearth2 Год назад

      I'm following a layout diagram from another youtuber right now, he has been VERY helpful but the layout is reeeeally confusing so i have been referencing Rob Robinette and the original 5f6a ( which sadly has just confusedthings further ha) its forced me to learn a whole lot more though , and more importantly, come to the conclusion I need to learn to read proper schematics ..Its a 59 bassman with some plexi mods. Pentode triode switch, nfb switch, lar mar ppimv and I'm using a hot rod deville 410 as a donor. For that reason I'm using a diode rectifier .
      Man I vould have built half a dozen 5e3s in the time it's taken me to get this almost figured out 😅 ..
      Next up is a 18 watt tmb. A much easier task..
      Also if you look there's a video of a guy who converts a hot rod fender amp to dumble. He uses an aftermarket pcb. An interesting build. Looks.quick and easy

  • @stevesuv
    @stevesuv 3 месяца назад +1

    Great Job

  • @MikkelKelsoFrandsen
    @MikkelKelsoFrandsen Год назад +2

    Sounds solid dude! The tones you are bringing out Of the amp in the end 🎉 congrats on your build!

    • @MichaelWWestbrook
      @MichaelWWestbrook  Год назад

      Thanks! I’m sure it will only get better over time too!

  • @Reyvil777
    @Reyvil777 Год назад +1

    Sounds fantastic

  • @spudwashington3880
    @spudwashington3880 9 месяцев назад

    Must be very satisfying to build an amp that sounds that good yourself .

  • @TheSpoonwood
    @TheSpoonwood Год назад +1

    Wow... damn your brilliant ... sounds great.

  • @jasonstone1046
    @jasonstone1046 Год назад +1

    What a great sounding build. Congrats mate :D

  • @ginoames
    @ginoames Год назад +1

    This is awesome. I love stuff like this.

  • @WhyallaDojo
    @WhyallaDojo Год назад +1

    Great job! Any chance you could do a complete parts list and maybe links to the relevant threads for the build?

    • @MichaelWWestbrook
      @MichaelWWestbrook  Год назад

      It’d be hard to make a parts list with how I did it. I made one and then had to change and buy other stuff over time. Also, finding the basic info on TAG is easy and finding all the other questions that pop up is part of the process. You end up looking for one answer and finding more questions and other answers.

  • @southsideronnie
    @southsideronnie Год назад +1

    A little Wishbone Ash, nice! Sounds great!!

    • @MichaelWWestbrook
      @MichaelWWestbrook  Год назад

      I have to admit, I wasn’t familiar with Wishbone Ash so I had to look it up. Looks like I’ve got some homework to do, but sounds cool so far!

    • @southsideronnie
      @southsideronnie Год назад +1

      Check out Argus, a fine album. I thought you played a riff from Throw Down the Sword. But that amp...sounds great!!

    • @southsideronnie
      @southsideronnie Год назад +1

      Actually it's The King Will Come track. Sorry.

  • @yellowtruckproductions7502
    @yellowtruckproductions7502 Год назад

    Dang, that thing sounds good!

  • @steveg219
    @steveg219 Год назад +1

    Great job!

  • @timchalmers1700
    @timchalmers1700 Год назад +1

    Incredible !! It sounds great !!

  • @JDAfrica
    @JDAfrica Год назад +1

    Such clean work! Nice mate

  • @norsangkelsang7939
    @norsangkelsang7939 10 месяцев назад +1

    sounds good.

  • @yugbe
    @yugbe Год назад +1

    I have been wanting to build my own amp for some time now. This may be the path I follow. Thank you for the video, and if you have any suggestions, tips or ran into any challenges, I would love to hear about them.

    • @MichaelWWestbrook
      @MichaelWWestbrook  Год назад

      Not sure what experience you have but I would start with something like a Tweed Deluxe or even with a pedal or 2 then work your way up if you haven’t worked on amps before. This was the 3rd amp I’ve built. Check out my other videos for the other 2!

  • @themojo6291
    @themojo6291 Год назад +1

    well done!!!!

  • @spencerfreed6947
    @spencerfreed6947 Год назад +1

    Man what an undertaking but kudos to you buddy!! Such a cool project and serious rabbit hole to jump in. Really think this is awesome content though thank you!!

  • @timeconsumer325
    @timeconsumer325 Год назад +1

    Sounds awesome!

  • @guitarpoetone1
    @guitarpoetone1 3 месяца назад

    WowZ thats amazing first time i love , it hope yer so proud of yer self thank you for doing this remarkable video im a guitarist but would love to understand amp building keep on bringing us yer amp knowledge thanks so much

  • @charvelangel
    @charvelangel Год назад +1

    great job , sounds good

  • @songboy40
    @songboy40 5 месяцев назад +2

    I'm late to party here. I just wanted to say NICE! JOB!. I would love to build an amp, one day. Congrats!

    • @MichaelWWestbrook
      @MichaelWWestbrook  5 месяцев назад

      Thanks!!

    • @MarketingVideography
      @MarketingVideography 3 месяца назад

      @@MichaelWWestbrook Any way we can pay for a parts list? Your real world experience in invaluable, as some internet lists arent accurate.

    • @MarketingVideography
      @MarketingVideography 3 месяца назад

      @@MichaelWWestbrook Also love your tele. What brand?

  • @jesse2d
    @jesse2d Год назад

    Would love to get a list of parts and where you got them. maybe you could sell complete kits now that you have sourced all the parts, add an upcharge and save people the headache of sourcing over many months.