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Amp is stuck "on"-rocker switch is not engaging

So, my amp is stuck permanently "ON" with the rocker switch not engaging any more. I can't send it in for repair for awhile, as I will need it over Christmas (I will make arrangements to get a backup amp while this one is in for repair). Can I just unplug it when I am finished using it for the night, or is that an unsafe practice? I could use a cheap power strip to turn it off/on, but those things typically have surge protectors that sound like crap (I would prefer to keep running the amp through my HC Ultimate Outlet, if possible). What are your thoughts?
chiho
rwwear
2,867 posts
 
Unplug it or install a switched outlet.
pdh1
8 posts
 
Replace the switch your self. Calll the company and order it or find out the maker of the switch and order it from them. Don`t waste your money on labor and shipping for a $2 item.
xiekitchen
821 posts
 
leave the amp on all the time unless switching speaker cables or speakers or interconnects - that's what I do.
avguygeorge
2,300 posts
 
I've had a couple of amps with that problem. First was my Eagle4---This amp was just put out there with a cheap 0/1 switch. I would see many of these for sale with a broken switch--(yup).I had somebody install a good switch 2/3 years ago--end of problem.----Then there's my CJ8--just one block has the problem. I talked to Ed at CJ;bought a switch for near 200 bucks. He tells me I'm the only owner on the planet with a switch problem----I checked with Guinnis book of records; he's right.----OK, The sw. gets here. I pull the lower front cover.------I can't believe what I see. The entire chasis has to come out--- or use a cutting torch.----All amp switches don't come out;the same
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