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My Amp is Broken - Not Sure What to Do - Any Recommendations?

I went to turn on my Audio Research SD135 amplifier the other day, but it will not turn on. According to the Audio Research service technician I spoke to, the problem is a broken Thermal Trak module chip. He said that it is a temperature sensing component, and that replacements are no longer being manufactured. He said that it is a known problem, and that Audio Research will give me credit to purchase an Audio Research amplifier from an Audio Research authorized dealer. 

I was wondering if Audio Research makes anything powerful enough to drive Vandersteen 3A Signature speakers (which need between 100 - 200 watts of power)? I am using an Audio Research SP8 Mk II as a pre-amp.

I don't really have much of a budget and am not sure what to do. I would appreciate any advice. Thank you.
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atmasphere's avatar
atmasphere
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So- the chip can't be bypassed?
If its a fire concern, couldn't a thermal fuse be installed?
*IF* that's all that's wrong, sounds like a simple matter to sort out, if all that is needed is to just get it running again.
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gdnrbob
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OMG, elizabeth agreed with Atmasphere!

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lostbears
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 It sounds like some sort of protection switch. If the amp is over driven or over heats, then it turns the amp off. You may not be able to over ride it safely. Though I do agree that ARC service is not what it once was. 


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