I agree with Rhljazz that the estimate sounds high . I would think the whole Preamp could be gutted and totally Re-Built for that amount . When you say it " needs new power supply " does this mean every part including Transformer ? Or does it mean power supply Caps and Diodes ? From your brief description I would think the work could be done for $200.00 or less . It would be well worth the $200 or so to fix it , $520 not worth it .
Is it worth it to repair a cj pv2ar?
I bought a used cj pv2ar preamp off the audiogon classifieds 10 years ago. It has served me well to this point, hooked up to a cj mv-55 and meadowlark kestrel.
A recent repair estimate (needs new power supply, caps and a transistor or two) was $520. Considering I bought it for less than $200, and there are newer cj preamps available used for a little more money (pv10a for $650), is it worth repairing?
Does anyone feel the pv-2ar is not a great match for the mv-55?
I listen to mostly jazz on vinyl and prefer a warmer, fuller sound.
Thanks,
sanjay
A recent repair estimate (needs new power supply, caps and a transistor or two) was $520. Considering I bought it for less than $200, and there are newer cj preamps available used for a little more money (pv10a for $650), is it worth repairing?
Does anyone feel the pv-2ar is not a great match for the mv-55?
I listen to mostly jazz on vinyl and prefer a warmer, fuller sound.
Thanks,
sanjay