Hi Teo. Thanks for the advice. It did occur to me that an amp of that age might need some 'cap' work. How would I know (other than checking for capacitors that bulge like miniature soup cans infected with botulism) ?
If I intended to keep this amp long-term, I might be inclined to have the caps replaced, just on the theory that they are too old not to have issues. But since I only intend to keep it for a few months until I have enough $$ to buy what I want (a Newer Bryston 4B SST), I thought I would play that by ear -- literally.
Assuming I do need to have it re-capped. (And maybe I would do that prior to selling it anyway.) Where would be a good place to send it. It appears you do that work. Perhaps you would provide an estimate.
Another thought: Maybe I should settle for an Integrated amp with a bit less current but a decent preamp section for now. My immediate plan is to connect my DAC directly to the amp. (I am not a fan of vinyl. I had plenty of the required maintenance and penalty for lack of it when I was younger so I just need 1 input. I have been 100% digital for decades. Lately, I have ditched the CDs in favor of TIDAL hifi)
