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Pass Labs X250 meter failure

The meter on my amp quit functioning. It may have happened when I accidentally pushed the power button on, then off, then on again, in quick succession. I had read somewhere that this can cause the problem. I rarely look at it, so when I discovered it not working, I looked online to figure out why it quit. I emailed Pass Labs to see about a repair, and was informed I could send it back to them to have a new meter installed, which would run over 400 dollars.

I was wondering if anybody has had the same problem, but was able to repair the meter themselves. I realize the failures may not be similar, but I'm still interested if anyone has repaired it. I haven't even looked into the amp yet, as I never use the meter anyways. If it was an easy fix, maybe I'd open it up. Maybe.
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drjoe
130 posts
 
Hi guys, am I wrong ,but it seems that a lot of Pass gear
is going back the factory for adjustment or repair.
Don't get me wrong, I love Nelson Pass. His DYI web set
is cool. However I feel that my coments
are not without basis. If I am full of crap,login to AG
and let me have it. BTY I find Pass is the 2nd best SS amp.dr
Joe
drjoe
130 posts
 
I don't think any of the posts so far are questioning
Pass labs integrety and that includes me. In fact lots
of high performance audio gear are like a Ferrari. They need very special care and tuning to perform at their best. I will say that fancy meters will never make any amp
sound better. Why not put the money elsewere ? Not a knock on Pass or others. I just prefer that my dollars are in the inside not an extremely exspensive eye candy box.
You can make it look great with less money.dr
Joe
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