Power amp section is still discrete components, mostly thru-hole and can be repaired.

Matter of fact, Surface Mount is generally reparable also.

I do it all the time, as does any service tech worth the name.

Board swapping does often take place at the warranty repair level, though, which is a good thing for the customer.


--Mac

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