Looking for qualified repair for an SVT

sd5 · #1 11-03-2011, 01:49 PM

Howdy, folks! Anybody know of a good repair shop or tech anywhere near Tallahassee FL that would be qualified to work on a late 70's SVT? I just got this head - thanks WolfeHollow, it sounds awesome

- but some of the pots are a little scratchy and I want to have the power cord replaced (ground pin is breaking). Pretty basic stuff, I know, but I don't want anybody in it for anything who's gonna be guessing.

I know there's one place here, Class A Electronics, that's supposed to be pretty good, but I heard they lost their Ampeg guy a while back and I don't know the status there now. I'm probably gonna call and ask them, but I'd love some recommendations from some other TB'ers to go on.

coreyfyfe · #2 11-03-2011, 02:01 PM

Check in the FAQ listing. There is a page called "good amp techs" filled with user recommendations. Should be a few in your area.

sd5 · #3 11-03-2011, 02:04 PM

What a concept! Why didn't I think of that? Duh!!

Thanks.

sd5 · #4 11-03-2011, 02:29 PM

The only one here that was listed was Class A, next closest was Jacksonville. So, it looks like Class A gets first dibs, at least. Thanks.

anonymous02282011 · #5 11-03-2011, 02:38 PM

usually when a tech looks at an SVT they either smile with a look of familiarity or tell you flat-out that they don't work on big tube amps.

there's no harm in asking if he/she has ever worked on an old SVT or how comfortable they are working on one.