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I just scored an Acoustic 220 amp for free from Craigslist. "Fair" condition you could say. There is some loud crackling as the amp turns on for about the first five seconds. I don't know anything about solid state amps. Might that be filter caps going bad? Most of the rubber feet need to be...

Apologies for resurrecting this thread. The responses are very helpful, as I have the same question, though possibly different needs... I use the Subway as my "small, portable, no hassle" amp, when I don't want to lug my #1, a Music Man HD130 + 1x15 EVM 15L cab. Most gigs I'm playing 100-300...

Do you love the bass, want to keep playing it, but want it to look better? Refinish it! It's your bass! Do what you want. If you don't love it, consider selling it and getting something you love. A refin will lower the value. FWIW, I think it looks fine as-is