Saturday, November 5, 2016

Looking For A Technician For Amplifier Repair

By Virginia Campbell


Most guitarists will own a guitar amp which they will use when they are playing at home or performing live shows. Occasionally the equipment will stop working due to a fault or certain parts will fail due to wear and tear and they will need fixing. If you are trying to find a technician for amplifier repair there are different options and some care is needed before you have work done.

A guitar amp will either be a valve tube or transistor model and they work in very different ways. They both require proper maintenance and should be checked at regular intervals so that they operate correctly and safely. With both head units and combination models it is very important that a qualified engineer does any type of work to prevent costly damage to the equipment.

If your amplifier is still under its manufacturer warranty then you should take it back to the store where you purchased it. The store will send your unit back to the factory and the work will be done at no cost to you. Having the work done by a third party may void the factory warranty and this should be avoided.

When you are looking to get your amplifier fixed there are a couple of options available to you. The majority of musical instrument stores and guitar retailers will be able to carry out the job in their own workshop. If they do not employ a technician, they can send your amp away for the work to be carried out, by a specialist firm.

You can also find a large number of technicians that advertise their services on the internet. Their web sites will list the services that they provide as well as containing some useful information regarding repairs and maintenance. Most sites also have a page featuring reviews from customers which may help with your final decision.

It is worth noting that if you use the services of an online repair company you are going to have to send the amp via courier. It is very important that the amp is well packaged and protected for its road journey. You should also make sure that your package is covered by goods in transit insurance in case it is lost or damaged.

The professional technicians will fix your unit to a very high standard and most will return your unit with a warranty to cover the work. It is advisable to keep your receipt for the job in case repairs are required in the future. You should make sure that your unit is regularly checked for wear and faults which may help to avoid getting costly repair work done.

There are certain small jobs that you may be able to do yourself when your equipment stops working. Replacing components such as switches, speakers and sockets is not too complicated and this can often save you money. If you decide to carry out your own repairs it is essential that you use the correct spares and have the work checked by a fully qualified electrician before you use the amp.




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