Repair or buy new?

scaldin · #1 08-21-2011, 10:48 AM

My 20-year-old Carver PM-1200 power amp just crapped out. It's never been driven hard or abused in any way. Should I bother repairing it or invest in new technology?

**B-string** · #2 08-21-2011, 10:53 AM

Well in todays market? Power amps are inexpensive, as an example Peavey IPR1600 is $299. Crown has a simular offering at the same price point. Both about 7 lbs. in wieght. I own two IPR1600s and they are awesome.

bolophonic · #3 08-21-2011, 10:58 AM

I'd send it to the shop for an estimate and then at least check out some newer amps to see if you like them.

Marton · #4 08-21-2011, 11:04 AM

If it's the first time in 20 years, I would check to get it repaired if it's not too expensive. You already know about the reliability of this amp, you don't know about the new ones.

scaldin · #5 08-21-2011, 02:57 PM

Hmm... Opened it up, blew out the dust with canned air, it came back to life. Would be nice to go from 21 lbs to 7 lbs, if I upgraded though!