As doc pointed out that there is actually an amplifier section on this forum I thought I should start a build thread in the right place!

First attempt at a tube amp build, but I'm assuming it won't be my last.

The build is a 5E3, using mojotone wiring layout and instructions.

The caps arrived yesterday, and I have resistors and a chassis in the post. I haven't ordered tubes, tube sockets or input jacks/misc hardware yet because I have to look through my stash to see what I already have - I definitely have 9 pin shields and sockets and a new 12AX7, and am pretty sure I have a 12AY7 too.

I thought I'd try to keep track of the cost, just out of interest more than anything. I don't think any of us take up DIY because we are trying to save money, but it's still good to know what it comes to.

So far - including postage - it's cost:

$120 for the chassis
$41 for tonnes of wire and resistors (lots more than I need, so hard to gauge actual cost there)
$80 for capacitors