Pioneer amplifier problems - help needed

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I have a Pioneer AP-510 stereo amplifier with graphics equaliser, tuner, twin CD deck and twin cassette deck. As an add-on I was also running a mini DAB receiver through it.

The amplifier recently began turning itself off and on again, the speakers for my PC (5.1 system with subwoofer) which were plugged into the same extension began pulsing until the unit switched back on again.

The amplifier appears to have now died completely, though there is power downstream of the transformer and all internal (and external) fuses are fine. I have had an estimate of between £130 and £160 to repair, subject to parts availability, though I was advised it was maybe uneconomical to do so.

I am looking, so far without success, for a replacement amp. The main problem appears to be the use of ribbon cables to connect the units together.

I am having to stream the radio through my PC (Planet Rock is DAB only) which seriouly compromises my bandwidth, which is important as it is how I earn a living.

I am looking for advice of either where to obtain a replacement amplifier, a compatible amp or a replacement system.

Any advice would be welcomed.

 

[a91gti]

I reckon keeping your eye on fleabay is about your only hope of a direct replacement for the amp. You may even find the entire stack for less than that estimate.

 

[Anonymous]

I would scrap the pioneer system and start from scratch ... many used bargains on ebay ... you can set up a decent system for less than £150 ...

a quick peep on ebay (looking at buy it nows) ... obviously, with patience and waiting for auctions, instead of buy it nows, you may get items much cheaper

B&W DM5 speakers ... ebay item 120488630210 .. buy it now of £48.60 (comes with a 3 month warranty)

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Pioneer PD203 cd player ... ebay item 230394973136 ... buy it now of £19.99

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You will be spoilt for amp in the £80 price range ... here is s Luxman L1 amp ... ebay item 380174320721 ... buy it now of £79.99

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or if you dont like the luxman ... here is a Sony TA-F400 amp ... ebay item 120488539032 ... buy it now of £79.99 and comes with a 3 month warranty ... same seller as the B&W speakers

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so, total spent (excluding shipping costs)= £148.58 and think that this combo will be good for the money spent