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Old 08-27-2021, 04:29 PM
old_coot88 old_coot88 is offline
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Bridging simply means "connect in parallel with", using a pair of clip leads. So bridge (jumper) each individual electrolytic (one at a time) with a single unit of equivalent or higher ratings. Note correct polarity.

The caps in question would be C19 and C20 (main power supply filters). You could jumper each with something like a 20mf 450V unit and see if it affects the hum.

EDIT. Those two caps should be replaced as a matter of course anyway. If they're the original cans they could be left in place for aesthetics, but out of circuit. There's also C26, a low voltage electrolytic across the cathode resistor of the 6F6. It won't cause a hum problem, but will cause reduced volume if it's gone open. It should be replaced anyway.

Last edited by old_coot88; 08-28-2021 at 09:52 AM.
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