Which taps?


Hey everyone,

I inherited a Jolida SJ502A tube integrated from my uncle. This is my first ever tube component and I have been enjoying the experience with some speakers I have.

The Jolida has both 4 and 8 ohm taps. I have been using the 4 ohm taps for my Magnepan LRS and the 8 ohm taps for the other speakers rated for 8.

Along with the amp, he gave me a pair of early 1970s 15 ohm Rogers LS3/5As. Which taps should be used for these speakers? I know nothing about tubes and don't want to damage the amp or speakers.

Also, I have Harbeth speakers rated at 6 ohm. Does it matter which taps to use for these?

Thanks!

 

hleeid

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Thanks for the responses! Happy to not be paranoid about this!

@big_greg - I noticed something similar with the 4 ohm taps. Texture, body, fullness seemed to be better.

Always wanted to try tube gear. This Jolida isn't really a high end amp but it has been great to listen to the difference in sonic character.

Bass seems to be a bit less controlled compared to using my SS amps.

But everything else seems really nice to listen to.