That 33K value on your schematic isn't a suggestion. It's the one that keeps your bias circuit where it should be. This Jaycar carbon film resistor delivers 33 kilohms at a quarter-watt rating, so your build doesn't stall while you wait on a national chain's back-order. One component, exact spec, ready when you are
| brand | Jaycar |
| resistance | 33K Ohm |
| power_rating | 0.25 W |
| type | Carbon Film Resistor |
| sku | ER1612 |