Help Amp Repair: California


I recently acquired a couple of Audio Research Classic 120 Monoblock Amplifiers that have been in storage for about five years. I'm looking for a trustworthy repair shop or technician that could fire up the amps under controlled conditions and make any neccessary repairs. I live on the Coast of California midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles and could travel to drop off the amps. Ideally, I'd like to establish an ongoing relationship with a good technician. The good one in my area (Monterey) moved. I have all tube equipment in my two systems (Cary and VTL amps, Musical Fidelity NuVista and Counterpoint prereamps). I would be great to be able to access the services of a good audio tech when needed . Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
ered66
ered66
It seems like you already have a number of good options, but I will add 2 more:

Musical Fidelity (Gary Garfield)
5183 Overland Ave.
Culver City, CA 90230
310-558-0037
310-558-0038 fax
www.musical-fidelity.com
repair / restoration / modification

also in the LA area:

Marc McMinn
323-650-1549
service & repair / very familiar with ARC gear

best regards,

Steve McCormack
Mike Zuccaro
San Diego Cal.
Mjzuccaro@aol.com
Write mjzuccaro@aol.com., Mike Zuccaro and he is considered one of the absolute best in the U.S. and he is in CA .
you all recommend Nick. However, I called him three times to ask for repairing three out-of-warranty gears. He always insisted taking them to authorized dealers. Dealers will charge ridiculously high. I take that as he is reluctant to offer help and not telling why he is unable to help.