Amp repair
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Swantronics began as an amplifier repair and service shop, and that work remains a big part of my work in music, sound, and electronics. These days, my focus has shifted more toward music, recording, pedal steel work, and creative audio projects, so I am no longer taking on general repair work at the same volume.That said, I still care about helping musicians get pointed in the right direction. If you have an amp problem, use the guide below to determine whether your repair is best handled by a local general tech, a vintage specialist, the manufacturer, or — in urgent cases — me directly.Vintage Restoration or General Repair
For most routine, non-urgent, and vintage amp repairs, I recommend working with a trusted technician who is actively taking regular service work. Many experienced techs can handle both modern and vintage amplifiers with care, whether the issue is basic maintenance, troubleshooting, tube replacement, biasing, or preservation-minded service. Here are a few local repair shops that I recommend: