JBL PB12 Amp Failure

[Galen]

I purchased a JBL PB12 (powered 250w subwoofer) 3 months ago. I made the mistake of purchasing it from an unauthorized internet dealer, so warranty will be a hassle. And, shipping costs will eat me up if I ship this back to the factory for service. So, I am looking for alternatives.

The PB12 is attached to an Onkyo TXDS696 via LFE.

I appears that my plate amp in the PB12 is bad. It keeps blowing fuses.

I am considering replacing the plate amp, and have the following questions...
1. Is the enclosure and driver in the PB12 worth keeping, or should I scrap the whole thing and DIY?
2. Can anyone recommend a plate amp that matches up with the PB12 enclosure and driver?
3. Since I drive my subwoofer via LFE, is there an inexpensive, low frills amp available?

Thanks in advance for the help.

 

[Yoda]

well, i don't own a PB12, but i was pretty impressed with a friend's, i say you keep the beast and get a 250w plate amp from http://www.partsexpress.com to replace, i don't know if it will fit or not...

 

[Schaef]

If that doesn't work...

If the above suggestion isn't to your liking, you can also check out http://www.apexjr.com/ they have several sub-woofer amplifiers to choose from. (Different wattages, sizes, etc) Another would be to go to Madisound and look at their KG amps as well. ( http://www.madisound.com/ )

 

[Super]

Just a few more: http://www.adireaudio.com. I own and use their AVA-250 plate amp.