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Do I need to replace tube socket in my amp?

So I previously started a discussion "Did I just ruin my amp". I thought everything was good and that I just needed to replace the power tubes but recently I have been hearing some crackling coming from my speakers. When I took out the tubes I noticed what looks like melted metal bridging two of the pin sockets which also looked burned. I assume this is what is making the tube sound like crap. If I am correct anyone know where I can get this fixed in LA and approx costs? By the way the amp is a used Melody el34. Thanks.
westside15
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jond
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This thread is old 2006 but some of these folks may still be around:

https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/los-angeles-electronic-service?highlight=Los%2BAngeles
westside15 OP
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Jond thanks!  Not only does it seem that one of the techs is still around but we are both in Culver City so he’s 5 minutes away tops!
lilmsmaggie
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Upscale Audio in Laverne, Ca. should be able to fix your amp.  Good source for tubes as well.
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g_nakamoto
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hi westside, try calling 'solutions' on sunset blvd. a few blocks east of vermount ave. 3236664161. if this is the wrong number i guess you can google it.
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