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Recapping Krell KSA 250

I have received a quote of $1500 for recapping. The amps have been in storage for 10 years and were bought new by me in 1992. I talked to an EE who said that was a bit excessive for replacing capacitors. I know the standard answer is that it's a Krell amp and needs special attention. I would like to sell these amps but there are some financial constraints.If I turned on these amps to see if they still work without having a recap, what is the risk to the amp.  As the  amps are heavy and expensive to ship, I am wondering if there is anyone in the southeast near Alabama who might be able to do the work?
frenetical
frenetical OP
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Thanks for the advice. I have set up an appointment with a reputable technician in Atlanta. If they work and he doesn't find anything wrong what can I ask per amp? I have been offered $1200/amp if they work and $1000/amp if they don't. Gentleman resells amps to private parties. I have been told this is too low. Audiogon bluebook seems a bit outdated.
scratcha
32 posts
 
I afree, that seems low; but if you need to sell them rather quickly, it might be a deal to consider.
It would be nice if you could hang on to them; they're excellent!
gdnrbob
2,421 posts
 
Look at HiFiShark. Click on the sold tab to get an idea of what they have been going for. There is also a little tab to click to get options, such as listing area-North America.
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