I have a PPI PC275 amp and a couple days ago there was snow and somehow water leaked into my trunk. There was a small puddle on the bottom of the trunk in the spare tire area. Anyways, I think this condensed in the amp because the amp doesn't work now. Well one channel works, but the other just crackles and pops. I have verified that it's the amp and not the speaker.
I opened up the amp to see if there was any water in there, there are water spots but no water. So I can tell that the amp did get wet inside.
So anyone have any idea if this amp is fried or what? Where can I get it repaired and is it worth repairing? I'm in the Chicago area.
I opened up the amp to see if there was any water in there, there are water spots but no water. So I can tell that the amp did get wet inside.
So anyone have any idea if this amp is fried or what? Where can I get it repaired and is it worth repairing? I'm in the Chicago area.
Well, Heidelberg is def. not in the area of Chicago ( wasn´t that the place where they had the whisky gangs during the prohibition? ;o ) but I think there are enough people around your area that can fix the amplifier.
usually , if the power supply section of an amplifier is ok it´s not a big deal to fix problems. PPI amplifiers are very rare and seldom around here and they pay a lot of money for PPI amplifiers overhere , even when they are not working.
How about your electronic skills ? You can probably repair the amplifier on your own.
I do a lot of amplifier repair jobs and a very often cause for trouble are bad solder joints. When I start repairing an amplifier, I always resolder every solder joint to make sure it is not a bad solder joint. Then I start testing components. So if you have a relative/friend that can use a solder iron you should try to repair the amp. Throwing the PPI away is not a good choice as most new amplifiers are made in Korea or China and lack in power and sound quality.
usually , if the power supply section of an amplifier is ok it´s not a big deal to fix problems. PPI amplifiers are very rare and seldom around here and they pay a lot of money for PPI amplifiers overhere , even when they are not working.
How about your electronic skills ? You can probably repair the amplifier on your own.
I do a lot of amplifier repair jobs and a very often cause for trouble are bad solder joints. When I start repairing an amplifier, I always resolder every solder joint to make sure it is not a bad solder joint. Then I start testing components. So if you have a relative/friend that can use a solder iron you should try to repair the amp. Throwing the PPI away is not a good choice as most new amplifiers are made in Korea or China and lack in power and sound quality.
Yes this amp was amazingly clear sounding compared to the Alpine V12 series I had before. I would hate to see it go to waste.
I don't have much electronics skills, I mean I work with computers and have a computer science major but working with other electronics isn't my thing. I'm not great at soldering and I don't know how to test an amp besides reading the outputs with a voltmeter.
I don't have much electronics skills, I mean I work with computers and have a computer science major but working with other electronics isn't my thing. I'm not great at soldering and I don't know how to test an amp besides reading the outputs with a voltmeter.
Don't get into the hassle and maybe damage a good thing, go to a repair shop with a reputation. Typically, certifcates and awards on the wall will work.
You should try contacting the better business bureau (if you've got it in your area) to check up on members of the like. Places associated with the BBB are your best bet...I know, the price will hurt you, but is worth it.
You should try contacting the better business bureau (if you've got it in your area) to check up on members of the like. Places associated with the BBB are your best bet...I know, the price will hurt you, but is worth it.
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