"Hello-I have been using a quad of LinLai 2A3s in my AW23 for years with very good results, despite being the least expensive version of the current Chinese production. I had plenty of reservations, but decided to go for it anyway and bought…"
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"I forgot your title stated RCA brand 2A3's. RCA would be high quality tubes and a favored brand if you were to observe sales on eBay.
The RCA's are replacements, so newer than the radio and probable good. All indications are that Scott…"
"It is not unusual for consumer grade emission type tube testers to pin the meter on strong tubes. Of potential concern, however, are misaligned elements and gas which can both cause a tube to have higher than normal emissions. Misaligned…"
"It may be the settings for the tubes on that tube tester...you will not harm the set unless the tubes show a short. Given the cost of 2A3 tubes, I would still try them in the set.
Regarding the SOVTEK 2A3s, most folks report adequate results, some…"
"Pegging the meter rather than merely exceeding the target reading for a new tube seems very wrong. Seems unlikely both tubes are off the chart high. Are they the same brand and a US brand like Sylvania, RCA, TungSol etc?But, because you had the same…"
"I misstyped the filament voltage setting I used. It is 2.5. "
"Also, my main voltage from the wall is 121.9v"
"Thanks for the good suggestions. I did recheck the tester settings. The filament is 2., the grid is 17 and the plate is 82. I don't have any other 2A3s other than these two that were already in the power amp. I also did…"
"double check your tube testor settings, especially the filament voltage selection control.. Do you have any other 2A3 tubes for comparison?
or any other 2.5 volt tubes. What happen testing a 6 volt output tube - results seem…"
Advice on RCA 2A3 tubes for Allwave15
I am still trying to repair my Allwave15. During a slow power-up my two 2A3 tubes heated up normally. But I found out that my speaker coils are bad and I am getting it rewound right now. In the interim I tested both 2A3 tubes for "merit" on my Eico 666 tube tester they both pegged the needle past "Good". All other tests were normal. I've heard conflicting comments on what that means. Are these tubes likely good or bad? If bad can I substitute new Soviet 2A3 tubes since they are much…See More
"While you are at this point, do continuity tests on the speaker -
The B+ field which has a tap about midpoint. And the output transformer. the voice coil impedence is 38 ohm (about 32 ohms on a VTVM.)
The Philly speakers seem pretty rugged and…"
"Thanks Alex. I want to give it a visual inspection first which in my case requires physical test environment setup first. I'd rather wait a while so i don't have to lug the big chassis around too much to keep the risk to it to…"
"At least plug the tuner chassis into the amp and test it to see if it works. It may work great, marginally, or not at all. You'll probably hurt nothing if you try it for a short time. It would be best to monitor the current…"
"ok.. i guess i'll not temp fate. this will probably be the last post for a while. Now that the supply is done i need to get onto another project for the local club before I start on the Receiver. THanks for all of…"
"Steve -
Do NOT power the amp without a tuner attached. If you do, the B+ voltages will rise extremely high without the load of the tuner. The filter caps will break down and you'll have a very big mess on your hands. Scott explicitly warns…"
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Advice on RCA 2A3 tubes for Allwave15
Started by David McGee . Last reply by Troy Taylor 23 hours ago. 9 Replies 1 Like
I am still trying to repair my Allwave15. During a slow power-up my two 2A3 tubes heated up normally. But I found out that my speaker coils are bad and I am getting it rewound right now. In the…Continue
9 knob BOL Restoration
Started by Stephen Scheel. Last reply by David C. Poland on Friday. 32 Replies 2 Likes
Hello All,I’m finally getting around to starting the resto/repair process on my 9-knob, AM-only BOL Philharmonic. I’ve done this many times on ordinary radios, but for this particular set is there a…Continue
Dial Mystery
Started by Ray. Last reply by Ray on Thursday. 10 Replies 1 Like
Kent and Dave can I pick your brains? Please look over the nine photos I added and tell me what you think. I removed the dial scale glass and was expecting to see a cut off pointer shaft that would…Continue
1938 Philly BOL Dial
Started by Ray. Last reply by Ray on Thursday. 16 Replies 0 Likes
Made a locale purchase of this 1938 Philharmonic been a collector of consoles since the 90's this is the first Scott to come across. I see there has been a discussion already about the dial. Let me…Continue
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Scott chassis for sale - very (VERY!) reasonable
Posted by Kent King on July 15, 2026 at 2:52pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Can deliver these to ARCI or Kutztown for no additional charge:
Super XII tuner + speaker (restored)
23 tuner + PS restored + speaker
23 tuner + PS restored + speaker*
AW23 tuners – 2
Phantom Deluxe tuner (red band)
19-tube Phantom, 2 tuners, 1 PS, speaker needs reconed
AW15 + PS
AW12 + PS
Sixteen PS
Phantom FM + PS + extra tuner
AW15 tuner (two)
FM Philharmonic tuner
AW12 + PS
Export…
ContinueParting out a 1939 AM/FM Phantom Deluxe?
Posted by Pat Taylor on May 28, 2026 at 5:30pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
I have had a 1939 AM/FM Phantom Deluxe in a Chippendale Cabinet on ebay for a few years now. I’ve dropped the price several times but have never had any bites. Perhaps because of the size? Anyway, I will be moving across the country within the next year, and do not want to take this monster with me.
I completely restored the radio, including the cabinet. I’m going to take a major loss on this, but I see no other option. I’ve decided to look into selling the individual components to at…
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Posted by Kent King on May 23, 2026 at 10:48am 0 Comments 0 Likes
EVERYONE!!
Later this summer there will be some news on Scott serial numbers. I've submitted an article to the AWA Journal for publication, Part 1 of a 2 part update on how Scott assigned the numbers. I am collecting data to further refine this information and add some info for the 2nd part. What I could use from all of you folks:
1. Phantom sets - a picture of the face with the serial number (you don't have to send a pic of the plate, just the face and the associated…
ContinueScott in Central America?
Posted by Kent King on February 21, 2026 at 11:45am 1 Comment 0 Likes
This is from the "Sylvania News", No. 4 March 1936. What do you think? Certainly looks like an Allwave 23 on the right.
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If you are seeking any odd chassis parts, please email me with your needs (kent3256[at]hotmail.com). I have over 40 chassis representing all Scott models from 1932 to 1947, so if you need an odd item, I might have it. What I do NOT have are knobs, escutcheons, bottom plates, dial pointers and tuning meters from the 12-15-23 sets. Sadly, those are all in very short supply. I do occasionally get these very rare parts, so always ask - you never know what I might have available for your…
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The Collector's Guide is available...if you don't have a copy, it is a great reference to everything Scott. Proceeds benefit the maintenance of this site. Email me at kent3256@hotmail.com for more information! I also have reprints of the 1940 Scott catalog available at a reduced price. Contact me kent3256(at)hotmail.com for more info! …
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