J7bones
New Member
Hi All -
My wife got me an SX-450 for Christmas -- which is awesome (I've been looking for one for years for nostalgic reasons). I am a newbie when it comes to audio, although I am learning fast (I just refoamed speakers for the first time yesterday!).
The unit works well in every respect, except the power light flickers on and off and there is crackling noises for a minute or so when I first turn it on. It's almost like it does not have enough power or something until it finally kicks on. Once it does kick on, there are no issues.
Doing some research here and on Google, I have determined that
the power switch contacts are likely worn out and have to get cleaned/readjusted/rebuilt. Is this something that I--as a newbie--can and should attempt to do myself? If so, what do I need to do? If not, how much can I expect to shell out for the repair?
Thanks for your input!
My wife got me an SX-450 for Christmas -- which is awesome (I've been looking for one for years for nostalgic reasons). I am a newbie when it comes to audio, although I am learning fast (I just refoamed speakers for the first time yesterday!).
The unit works well in every respect, except the power light flickers on and off and there is crackling noises for a minute or so when I first turn it on. It's almost like it does not have enough power or something until it finally kicks on. Once it does kick on, there are no issues.
Doing some research here and on Google, I have determined that
the power switch contacts are likely worn out and have to get cleaned/readjusted/rebuilt. Is this something that I--as a newbie--can and should attempt to do myself? If so, what do I need to do? If not, how much can I expect to shell out for the repair?
Thanks for your input!