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Hovland HP 100 - owner insight needed

I'm considering purchasing an HP 100 but I've read a few threads on some concerns with the early production volume control.

1. Can someone share how the serial numbers are derived? I would like to purchase a 'later' model, but don't know what would represent earlier vs later serial #'s.

2. What exactly happened with the early volume controls (were they less than adequate from the start or do they deteriorate over time)?

3. Any other general things I should ask/inquire about when purchasing the HP 100 would be most helpful.

Thanks for all your advice and best wishes for a wonderful holiday season,
naperaudio

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The early models had volume controls that were loose. I talked to Alex and he quoted $800 as a fix:(. I thought I was being smart when I sold it on this site in favor of a "D" version that was sold before I could purchase it.

The company or review didn't say, but the most transparent output isn't the "CD". Do a search on my name for the answer as I don't remember which input it is.
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