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[Beefy]

I got it from Ally who used to be in The Last Divide many moons ago. As far as I know before that it was Steve's (from R+B). there was some talk of rory gallagher having owned it at one point but have no idea if that is true or not. It is too good nick for that to be true i reckon.

Originally Posted by craig deadenstereo

Filter caps have gone, I'd concur.

id agree that they are probably the first thing to check, especially if theyr the originals from the 70's, but the symptoms dont seem to suggest filter caps, although if theyv never been changed, its probably time to change anyway. Might be worth opening the chasis up and seeing if you can see any caps/reistors that look charged or blackened, if you find some they will be the failing components as the amp heats up.

[Beefy]

Hi again gentlemen,
Been off digging about and got on to great forum.
The problem seems to be the capacitors, they are the originals and need to be replaced. I have heard that marshall actually courier your amp up and down and you only pay the repair costs! Am off to email them, Will let you know how I get on. As I am on a very strict budget due to 3rd child about to appear in may (3 girls, I think I will set up home in my Vdub campervan!!) i think i will have a go myself. The only dangerous bit is discharging the caps but I have instruction on that too, (fingers crossed). Anyone know if there is anywhere local i can get a hold of such things? I presume maplin would be first call.
Forum is www.metroamp.com/forum/index.php
Very friendly people with lots of interest in all things amps, not just the classic brands
Cheers once again guys, much appreciated.
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