Monday, November 7, 2016

Looking For A Technician For Amplifier Repair

By Virginia Campbell


Electric guitar players will use an amplifier to enable their sound to be heard by the audience. This complex electrical equipment will sometimes break down or fail due to regular use and it will need repairing. When you are searching for a technician for amplifier repair there are a few options and it is a good idea to do a little research before you get any work carried out.

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 need your amp fixing there are a couple of ways to get the job done. Many guitar stores will have a workshop where their technicians will carry out repair work and inspections. If they do not have in house engineers they will usually be able to send your amplifier way to another company for you.

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.

If you use an internet based company for your repairs then you will have to send the amp by road using a reliable courier firm. You will need to make sure that your unit is properly packaged for the journey to protect it. It is also essential that the amp is adequately insured while it is on the road in case it gets damaged or lost in transit.

The professionals that do the repair work will carry it out to a high standard and it will usually be covered by a warranty. Always retain your receipt for payment in case you need work doing under the warranty in the future. It is advisable to get your equipment regularly checked for faults to avoid costly breakdowns.

In some cases there may be some small tasks that you can do to if your amplifier develops a fault. Fitting a new control pot or swapping a speaker is a fairly simple task and you can save money by doing the job at home. Always use the correct parts and have your work checked by a fully trained electrician for safety reasons before you connect the amp to the mains.




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