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The 12AX7 vacuum tube is a type of preamp tube that is commonly used in guitar amplifiers, as well as in other audio equipment. It is a small, glass tube that contains a series of electrodes and a vacuum. When an electric current is applied to the tube, the electrons flow from one electrode to another, producing an amplified signal.

12AX7

The 12AX7 tube is commonly used in vintage guitar amplifiers, as well as in modern tube amps that seek to replicate that classic tone.

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A-weighting is a method of adjusting sound measurements to account for the varying sensitivity of the human ear to different frequencies. It applies a frequency response weighting to sound measurements in order to provide a more accurate representation of the sound as perceived by humans.

A-Weighting

A-weighting is a standard for measuring sound levels that takes into account the frequency response of the human ear. This standard is used in many industries, including environmental noise monitoring, industrial hygiene, and workplace safety, to ensure that sound levels are measured and reported accurately.

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A-B Comparison

A-B Comparison refers to the process of switching between two audio sources or parts of a grear / equipment to compare a parameter setting, component, or sound quality. The best A-B comparisons are “blind,” where the listener does not know the identity of the sources until after the test is concluded. The test results are better if the two sources can be switched instantly.

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