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Need guidence on Tube amp repair.....

I came across a Sonic Frontiers Power 2 recently...it was free..and it may have been free for good reason cuz it isn't working right now.

I do not have much experience with tubes...is there a type of power indicator that I can test the tube sockets to see of they are getting juice? Then how would I test the transformers? Right now, I don't get anything..no green LED when it is "on", no tube glow...I would really like to refurbish this unit and use it....just need some direction.

I also got a Power Supply for the 2 & 3 preamp, if anyone is interested...

John.
jb8312
newbee
4,767 posts
 
Forgive the dumb question. Have you checked the fuse?
brf
1,715 posts
 
If you have little knowledge with tube equipment or repair I would just send the unit to a qualified tech from a safety point of view. Tube amps contain lethal voltages. A simple diagnosis of the problem(s) will be worth the small expense.

Good luck
elevick
2,636 posts
 
I'll agree with Brf for different reasons. After you check the fuse, you don't want to blow a couple hundred dollars worth of tubes. A good tech won't do that.
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