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I recently bought a Musical Fidelity X-P200 Power Amplifier. I have an issue with it. The Power Button in front is stuck in the ON position.  To turn the amp on or off I have to turn off the power conditioner it's plugged into or unplug the unit.
Is this an easy fix? By easy I mean can a person repair this on their own? Or do I need to take this in for service?

dierksb
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ozzy
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I guess it depends as to how easy it is to access the power button inside and if a replacement is available.

ozzy

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akg_ca
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Take it to a qualified tech. He will  examine it and clear off any hidden concerns. Don’t get sucked into the costly default position of a brand new power switch etc,

I had a similar instance on my beefy integrated amp. The tech first popped the case , he checked things out with the open unit easily viewable, and then carefully inserted a DIY “spacer” to permit the power button properly release the “jamming” and return to a normal on-off push / push position. Apparently it is not an uncommon issue with pre-owned units that have a tendency to “jam” especially when warm .

The case was put back on and that added “spacer” solved the issue.EZPZ.

FWIW.

dierksb OP
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Thanks.

 

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