Leak TL12.1 (BBC LSM/8) Audio Amplifier

maker:
H. J. Leak & Co. Limited
Leak TL12.1 (BBC LSM/8) Audio Amplifier

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Leak TL12.1 (BBC LSM/8) Audio Amplifier
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Leak TL12.1 (BBC LSM/8) audio amplifier used by the BBC. A 12-watt mono push-pull valve amplifier, (EL84 output valves), with the standard modifications made by the BBC to this amp.

This amplifier was used by the BBC for studio monitoring. Often amplifiers like this lived in a compartment at the bottom of the BBC's LSU/10 loudspeaker, where they became very hot.

Details

Category:
Television
Collection:
BBC Heritage Collection
Object Number:
2012-5118/330
Materials:
metal (unknown), plastic (unidentified) and electronic components
Measurements:
overall: 220 mm x 340 mm x 270 mm, 13.5 kg
type:
amplifier