Build report: Little Gem MK2

[bancika]

After trying ruby which I didn't like (I also built firefly, so for distortion it can't be compared with any solid state small amps) I decided to try little gem mk2. On use would be simple clean amp and second to serve as a power amp for firefly -> line out -> delay -> another amp.
That's why I didn't put anything between pins 1 and 8 on 386s. Also, the only piece of perfboard I had was only 8x15 holes, so it's little overcrowded but nevermind it looks cute At the moment I can give you only clip, but photos will come soon.
At first I was little dissapointed when I tested it with two 5W speakers salvaged from old genius speakers because fuzzy distortion I hated with Ruby was still there a little (now I know it's bloody speakers), but when plugged into PC it sounded great, very clean. Exactly what I need.
This is recorded with simple line-out box I just made directly into PC sound card.
http://storm-software.co.yu/diy/clips/little_gem_mk2_line_out.mp3
Thanks for great project,
Cheers

[beatstrat]

I'm building the Ruby (with suggested 'Bassman' mods) this weekend.  I'll be powering a 1X12 Fender gtr speaker cab with it.  I'll report when finished.

[SuperGeo]

these amps are very nice ones. I made the MK2 too, much more loud than I thought it would be. I'm still looking for 4" speakers to make an minicombo for it. Where are you planning to get the speakers?

I wasn't able to hear the soundclip, the link appears to be down.

[bancika]

I'm using it with my 1x12" greenback cab. There's one clip on my site (link's below), but it's recorded through line out and speaker sim. I'll put new clips soon