a solid state amplifier includes at least one junction field effect transistor and an impedance network coupled between a signal input terminal of the amplifier and a gate terminal of the transistor . the network includes a p - n junction device having a region of conductivity opposite to that of the gate of the transistor coupled to the gate terminal , the p - n junction being shunted by a resistor coupled in parallel therewith . the network minimizes signal distortion which would otherwise be introduced to the signal output of the amplifier when an inductive load is present in the output circuit of the amplifier .