Hartke HA3500, Worth Repairing?

[blackest_frank]

Hey, y'all, it's been awhile.

So I picked up a used HA3500 from the GC used site, got a screaming good deal. Less than $100 shipped.

The picture on the site clearly showed a complete amp, but when I got it today, the Contour and Master Volume knobs were broken off, as well as half the EQ knobs. I understand this is par for the course for these amps, and I can't be picky for basically stealing the amp...so, is it worth it to have it repaired or do i return it to my local GC and pout for a week?

Also, I understand I can call Samson and they'll send me new pots and sliders, and I can install them...is that still the case, or would I be wasting my time?

Thanks, guys.

 

[Jim C]

It would be amazing if they would send you free parts but I know their CS is really good.
When you turn whats left of the pots/sliders still work?
What's your time worth?
Clean examples go for pretty low prices and are really reliable; I would send it back and find a clean one.

 

[Bugeyed Earl]

It would be amazing if they would send you free parts but I know their CS is really good.
When you turn whats left of the pots/sliders still work?
What's your time worth?
Clean examples go for pretty low prices and are really reliable; I would send it back and find a clean one.

Agreed, I see these in good condition for $150 pretty frequently.

 

[The Chuck]

Maybe if you can prove that they advertised falsely, they might let you return it for a new one to make up for your trouble.

BTW- I own one of those and it is a solid, really good sounding amp.

 

[bolophonic]

If they sent you a busted amp, you should return it. Keep an eye out for a better one, they are pretty common.

 

[blackest_frank]

Welp, I'm returning it today. Decided it's not really worth the hassle and bought a JMF Spectra H-160-B that I've had my eye on.

Thanks for the advice, guys. Y'all rock.