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Beware of NAD M3 Fire Hazard

My $3k NAD M3 started shooting sparks out the top and burned the shelf that was 8" above. Luckily I was home and not sleeping or the house would have burned down. If anyone has one of these I advise them to unplug it when not in use. I took it to two different repair shops and they said it would be about $800 to just get it running and there may be board issues. They advised not to take the gamble. Anyone have any suggestions on what to do with it?
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willmacc
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I'd be fuming as much as the amp.
Will mention this on their IG or FB page. 
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willmacc
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Done. 

Also see this thread. https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/nad-m3-non-repairable
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willmacc
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Disappointing reply by NAD. I have read similar issues, if rare, so i guess they dont read forums.

DON’T buy secondhand NAD no matter how old
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willmacc
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With the cheaper NAD range yes, but Master Series stuff competes alongside products from companies with great aftercare.
The M33 was on my shortlist, but after reading this I will go with Lyngdorf 
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