heeeelp please audio reserch 5SE - resistor blew up

hello
i just installed a 6550 in my audio research 5SE and one resistor blew up just underneath the V5 tube and between the 6h30 smaller tube.on the left there is a black resistor

thank you very very much

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tomic601 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 13,172 posts 03-18-2019 at 06:40am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete But let’s ignore all that and focus on REF 5se or any other tube preamp above let’s say $10 K invest in a spare set of tubes, Factory if you desire and a decent tube tester both of which pale in comparison to your initial investment..... and DHL services most of the planet, why not get that 6550 tested or replaced before installation?
tomic601 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 13,172 posts 03-18-2019 at 06:03am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete IF you can’t hear the difference a NOS Tung Sol make in the power supply of a REF5se you need to upgrade your system, your hearing or both stop by Seattle and we can swap in 4 nice NOS or the factory tube see how ya do...... enjoy the music.....
tomic601 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 13,172 posts 03-18-2019 at 05:58am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I have a tube tester at home and source my NOS Tung Sol from probably the most reputable guy on planet with awesome test gear Andy at Vintage tube ... your results may vary
tomic601 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 13,172 posts 03-17-2019 at 06:52am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete ARC is very responsive get a new tech IF they quote you ten hours the NOS Tung Sol 6550 is a killer tube in the 5 se.......Andy at Vintage Tube can help you w that and test that 6550 for you....do NOT reinstall it before testing..

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