Incorporate the "tube sound" into your home audio systembr/br/Learn how to work with vacuum tubes and construct high-quality audio amplifiers on your workbench with help from this hands-on resource. The TAB Guide to Vacuum Tube Audio: Understanding and Building Tube Amps explains tube theory and circuit analysis. Seven ready-to-build projects feature step-by-step instructions, detailed schematics, and layout tips. You'll also find out how to tweak the project designs and engineer your own custom-built, high-performance amps.br/br/boldCoverage includes:/boldbulletlistbulletPrinciples and operational theory behind vacuum tubesbulletTube nomenclature, applications, and specificationsbulletCircuit layout, connections, and physical constructionbulletPlanning, component testing, and documentationbulletPower supplies for vacuum tube circuitsbulletPreamplifier and power amplifier circuitsbulletPerformance measurementbulletSafety, maintenance, and troubleshooting proceduresbulletOptimizing a design to meet your objectives/bulletlist