Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
The µTracer NXT is a leading edge tube or valve tester that is affordable and
Tony's back in the studio, discussing "vacuum tube" tester technology and presenting the "µTracer NXT" construction and even showing the manual. Get a close look at the "pcb" and learn about various "electronic components" and "circuit design" aspects. This video also explores the intricacies of "amplifier" hardware. This is the first part of a series of videos showing the project build and later the µTracer NXT in action with some of the tubes Tony has available as fitted to a "guitar amplifier" .
While this is the intro video for the µTracer NXT, it certainly is a useful "tube tester" that is of current design and how easy it is to assemble from a kit as purchased.
For all tube amp users the µTracer NXT gives you the tools that you need to ensure the tubes or valves are in perfect shape and matched to high levels. The components involved and the assembly of the unit are all covered.
This is not a sponsored video and the experiences and assembly are all genuinely shown with what to expect if you buy one of these kits.
(c) A B Mckenzie 2026
All Rights Reserved.
All Trademarks Acknowledged.
#utracer #utracernxt #tube #valvetester #tonymckenzie #guitarist #boogieboard #tubetester
The µTracer NXT is a leading edge tube or valve tester that is affordable and
Tony's back in the studio, discussing "vacuum tube" tester technology and presenting the "µTracer NXT" construction and even showing the manual. Get a close look at the "pcb" and learn about various "electronic components" and "circuit design" aspects. This video also explores the intricacies of "amplifier" hardware. This is the first part of a series of videos showing the project build and later the µTracer NXT in action with some of the tubes Tony has available as fitted to a "guitar amplifier" .
While this is the intro video for the µTracer NXT, it certainly is a useful "tube tester" that is of current design and how easy it is to assemble from a kit as purchased.
For all tube amp users the µTracer NXT gives you the tools that you need to ensure the tubes or valves are in perfect shape and matched to high levels. The components involved and the assembly of the unit are all covered.
This is not a sponsored video and the experiences and assembly are all genuinely shown with what to expect if you buy one of these kits.
(c) A B Mckenzie 2026
All Rights Reserved.
All Trademarks Acknowledged.
#utracer #utracernxt #tube #valvetester #tonymckenzie #guitarist #boogieboard #tubetester
