Hey guy's, came across a non-working fender ss amp for dirt cheap and was thining about rebuilding/modding the amp. So I just wanted to start looking at parts and came across several different types of transformers. I understand the basic idea of what a transformer is and what makes it tick. But, if its cool with you guys I just have a quick question on the different types of transformers, their uses, and when different transformers would be required. Also, I am not at all opposed to being referred to reading material either.

What are the differences between power transformers, output transformers, chokes and reverb drivers. When is it necessary for an amp to have more then one transformer? My assumptions on reverb drivers is that you need it to either power the reverb tank or the tank's output. let me know if I am off base. Thanks in advance guys!

I have a Fender Frontman 25R and I love it. I'm planning on eventually picking up a used one to tinker with. The reason I want to mod it is I want it to handle my pedals, distortions specifically, better on the clean channel. I've been told that tube amps handle pedals better than solid states. Is there a way that I can replace the transistors with tubes? I understand that to do this it could very well be labor intensive and I will also have to mod my filters and upgrade my power transformer, which i wanted to upgrade to a 60 or 80 watter anyhow to run through a 4x10 cab. anyway, just wanted to find out if this was even possible.