If you love the Plinius, the answer is easy. If not, it might be a good opportunity for a change. From a pure cost standpoint I would consider what you might get for it on the used market as is, add that amount to the cost of repair, and see if there is a newer integrated you could get for the total amount that you'd be happy with. For example, if you got $300 for it, a newer integrated in the ~$1100-$1200 range would make sense financially. On the used market, you can get a lot of amp for that amount.
Should I Repair a Plinius 8150 ?
Have an 8150 which I purchased in 1999. Has worked flawlessly until recently.
The capacitors need replacement and the source switch needs some work. The unit is perfect cosmetically. The cost from a very respected and Plinius recommended tech in the US is $750 ( +60 to 70 for shipping )
My concern is how long will it last after repair. My field is not electronics.
My alternative would be to sell it as is and find another alternative.
thx for your help--I just joined
The capacitors need replacement and the source switch needs some work. The unit is perfect cosmetically. The cost from a very respected and Plinius recommended tech in the US is $750 ( +60 to 70 for shipping )
My concern is how long will it last after repair. My field is not electronics.
My alternative would be to sell it as is and find another alternative.
thx for your help--I just joined