@z32kerber
I'm wondering if you took the amp to Pat H? If so, I'd be surprised if he didn't know how to properly assess and repair it. He fixed a Lamm amp for me a couple years ago, as well as working on three tube amps that I had him upgrade. If you didn't use his services, then you missed out on the best technician I've come across in 25 years. If you want his contact info, let me know.
I agree that contacting Dennis Had would be the best choice as a last attempt to breathe air into a long favored amp. I would also ask about the speaker load you have been placing on the amp. He might have some suggestions for you there as well.
As for amps, it seems you're fond of tube dynamics: tonality and soundstage. I would suggest listening to a vac phi 300.1, it's a phenomenal amp, but you'll need to find one used. I have seen them sell for $4500-5000 of late. A VAC phi 200 would likely work well too. These are extremely well built amps, designed by one of the best, Kevin Hayes.
Good luck in your journey.
I'm wondering if you took the amp to Pat H? If so, I'd be surprised if he didn't know how to properly assess and repair it. He fixed a Lamm amp for me a couple years ago, as well as working on three tube amps that I had him upgrade. If you didn't use his services, then you missed out on the best technician I've come across in 25 years. If you want his contact info, let me know.
I agree that contacting Dennis Had would be the best choice as a last attempt to breathe air into a long favored amp. I would also ask about the speaker load you have been placing on the amp. He might have some suggestions for you there as well.
As for amps, it seems you're fond of tube dynamics: tonality and soundstage. I would suggest listening to a vac phi 300.1, it's a phenomenal amp, but you'll need to find one used. I have seen them sell for $4500-5000 of late. A VAC phi 200 would likely work well too. These are extremely well built amps, designed by one of the best, Kevin Hayes.
Good luck in your journey.