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Is this typical Service?

I contacted Classe' and inquired about having my amp-Classe'Ten, and Classe'Four serviced.I suspect a problem with the amp although at the moment its working ok.
Classe' replied it would take a minimum of 4hrs to check out each unit at a cost of $75US.
I asked about the lifetime warranty and Classe' replied they would honour it provided I had the original receipts and boxes.
Does $75US(this is a Canadian copmpany)seem excessive and what is the big deal with the original boxes.Most people throw out the boxes after 14 or so years.
Is Classe' being fair charging over $600US plus shipping just to examine the amp and pre,or am I just an out of touch miser?
daveherm69
daveherm69 OP
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Beheme is quite right, Classe' is now an international company.Still they showed amazing concern that we work out our issues. I do have to wonder how on earth Classe' ever got the nerve to offer a life time warranty way back then. I'm glad they did though.
Regarding service time,Classe' stated their technicians are very meticulous and it would take a minimum of 4hrs.per unit.
I also inquired about having some gain added to the m/c section they said it could be done at a cost that probably wouldn't exceed $100US.
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swampwalker
5,138 posts
 
Dave- I am glad to see that this all worked out for you and eventually echoed my experience having the voltage converted to 120v when I bought a DAC-1. Great sounding unit and they did the work quickly and economically (course that was before they were bought). I do know that my local high end tech charges $150 minimum (2 hours) for bench work.
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yioryos
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Beheme
What's up with Canuck bro? Are you are not posting thee no more?
George
pbb
1,140 posts
 
All is fair in love, war and audio equipment servicing!
fatparrot
1,314 posts
 
Four hours to check out an amp? Open heart surgery takes less time!!! Yes, they are meticulously taking your money!
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