endorka Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 Hi folks, I've been clearing out a cupboard and came across what I believe is an old guitar amp, the H&H model IC100. I've no idea if it works, as I can't figure out the AC power socket! It looks like this - does anyone have a clue what it is? I'm hoping that my continued clearing will reveal an appropriate plug, but I'm not holding my breath. Jennifer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest johnzgerman Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 it was probably made before IEC and figure 8 power cables became the industry standard, looks like one of the prongs is misinng a bit too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stu_g Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 hi i think its a bulgin type socket i used to have the same thing on an old selmer amp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveO Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 It's an old kettle lead socket, or at least I had an old kettle that had one of those round sockets on it. I may still have it somewhere in my loft and will post it if I find it (I'll get back to you once i've had a search around), but as Johnzgerman said it looks damaged and it's probably wise to get it changed to a modern kettle lead socket anyway. If you know someone who's handy with a soldering iron then [url="http://maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?ModuleNo=1497"]maplin sell them for 2 quid[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nash Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 defo a 3 pin bulgin. they're good at starting fires. i think they can only take 50 watts of power if i remember correctly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tayste_2000 Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 [quote name='stu_g' post='632048' date='Oct 21 2009, 06:37 AM']hi i think its a bulgin type socket i used to have the same thing on an old selmer amp[/quote] Yeah for sure. Get it replaced or you'll end up getting a nasty shock one day, won't cost much for a decent tech to do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamster Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 It won't pass a PAT test and if you put it into a tech for a service he won't (shouldn't) work on it unless he also replaces it with an IEC. They also come in 2 sizes - 14mm and 21mm if you were thinking of buying a plug from ebay to get it running. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sonic_Groove Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 I agree with all of the above (and I won't tell you how we used to power up domestic equipment that didn't have a lead!!!) apart from the get it replaced bit. I would decommission the unit (it is not as if it's an old AC30 or Marshall). If it's been standing in a cupboard you don't need it and H&H weren't "cool" even when the Floyd used them at Pompeii ! Bin it save yourself the grief! B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skankdelvar Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 [quote name='Sonic_Groove' post='632204' date='Oct 21 2009, 11:03 AM']Bin it save yourself the grief![/quote] ...or post it on an H&H forum and make your fortune... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveO Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 Nah. No joy. I must have chucked it out when I cleared out the rest of the tat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
umph Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 [quote name='Sonic_Groove' post='632204' date='Oct 21 2009, 11:03 AM']I agree with all of the above (and I won't tell you how we used to power up domestic equipment that didn't have a lead!!!) apart from the get it replaced bit. I would decommission the unit (it is not as if it's an old AC30 or Marshall). If it's been standing in a cupboard you don't need it and H&H weren't "cool" even when the Floyd used them at Pompeii ! Bin it save yourself the grief! B[/quote] nowt wrong with H&H amps, very underated in my opinion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BottomEndian Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 [quote name='umph' post='632580' date='Oct 21 2009, 05:14 PM']nowt wrong with H&H amps, very underated in my opinion[/quote] +1, and built to last. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_D Posted October 21, 2009 Share Posted October 21, 2009 [quote name='BottomEndian' post='632727' date='Oct 21 2009, 07:44 PM']+1, and built to last.[/quote] You can say that again! I have started gigging mine again and its kicking ass. Possibly misleading but mine has a Q/C sign off in marker inside marked 1962! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
endorka Posted October 21, 2009 Author Share Posted October 21, 2009 Thanks for the replies, and for looking for the lead Steve, it would have been good to power up the unit to see if it is working before replacing the socket, but it looks like that's the way to go now. I should be able to solder it myself, will be interesting to hear the result. I'm in the "like H&H" camp; my first proper amp was an H&H bassamp 100, which is still going strong albeit with a crackly pot or two. It has an excellent sound and is surprisingly powerful for 100W. I wouldn't hesitate to use it on a gig if one of my other lighter & smaller amps malfunctioned. Jennifer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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