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To repair or buy cheap?

I have a 30 year old tube receiver made by Quadraflex that I have been using for the bedroom and bathroom. (I've read the vintage section of AudioAsylum, but there isn't much info on Quadraflex. It may have been a house band made by Sanyo.) The speakers in each are just Cambridge Soundworks, and I don't have any plans to upgrade anytime soon. I listen mostly during and after my shower. :)

Unfortunatly, the amp, that has carried on all these years, is dying fast. It pops and crackles and generally makes nasty sounds. I spoke to someone who thinks he may be able to fix it for about $100. But there is no guarantee that it will work or for how long it will work after the repair.

My other option is to buy something inexpensive and solid state. I was looking at a Yamaha RX-495 or 496 for about $215.

What should I do? If I should buy, what should I buy?

Thanks!
joyelyse

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Quadraflex was a house brand of "Pacific Stereo" I believe.
I do not know whom made the equipment. I personally would look something along the lines of a 70's SS receiver. I really like the Kenwood KR series of receivers. Pioneers were also very nice. Your old Quadralex might need to have the tubes replaced. The sound of the newer Yamaha receivers might not be to your liking because they will not sound anything what you've been listening to for so long.
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