To DYI or not to DYI?


I have a Marantz 1152DC in almost perfect condition and I'm thinking about buying those online recap kits. There is about 55 pieces or so of new caps in the kit. I want know if any novice solder have taken on recapping their amp? Were you successful or was too much
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Showing 1 response by oldhvymec

LOL, you mean is there a first time?. You know your skills, look over the solder joints and see if you can do them.  I had quite a few first time...

I removed all the old boards on a Pass 2 pre amp. Built all the new boards, rebuilt the PS, and changed all the front switches and pots.

IT worked perfect. Took my time, checked my work and was one great sounding little preamp with or without tone control.. Tape loop.. and a phono section if I remember.. That was a lot of soldering.

Regards