Fender rumble 100 smokin

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Farseer

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I was playing on Saturday night. Just playing scales, nothing special. I had the volume set low. If it was graduated from 1-10 I had it at 2. the amp popped loudly and started smoking badly. I unplugged it, reset the circuit breaker in my house. When I plugged it back in no light, no power.

Any ideas? Is she terminal?
 
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Which version is it?

The older style combos Rip: Amp GAS. I found the One like these are made with very cheap components.

I almost asked if it was the head, or combo but I might have the only Rumble 100 head there is haha

Open it up. While unplugged of course. If something smoked, chances are you'll be able to see the damage on the electronics. Sometimes individual parts can be removed and new ones soldered on for much less than $1 if you're handy. A better deal than sweet tea haha. That doesn't always solve the root issue, but unless your going to invest in a qualified tech thoroughly going through your amp then there isn't much on the table. It might not feel as reliable as someone else doing it, but could buy you some time and be a fun little project.
 
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Lowactnsatsfctn said:
Open it up. While unplugged of course. If something smoked, chances are you'll be able to see the damage on the electronics. Sometimes individual parts can be removed and new ones soldered on for much less than $1 if you're handy. A better deal than sweet tea haha. That doesn't always solve the root issue, but unless your going to invest in a qualified tech thoroughly going through your amp then there isn't much on the table. It might not feel as reliable as someone else doing it, but could buy you some time and be a fun little project.
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Hint... rarely if ever is the burned part(s) the only damage, and replacing parts like that can cause further damage. If you don't know what you are doing, it's advisable to heed the warning "no user serviceable parts inside". It's there for a reason, and to protect users who might want to tinker without understanding the risks and a safe working environment.
 
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agedhorse said:
Hint... rarely if ever is the burned part(s) the only damage, and replacing parts like that can cause further damage. If you don't know what you are doing, it's advisable to heed the warning "no user serviceable parts inside". It's there for a reason, and to protect users who might want to tinker without understanding the risks and a safe working environment.
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To elaborate: If you don't know exactly what you're doing with amplifier repair, they can kill you. They retain more than enough juice to knock you into next week, if you're lucky.

Please don't advise OP to open up his amp and risk his life. Thank you.
 
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Gravedigger Dav said:
Nope, don't open it. If it is under warranty, just take it in. You don't want to jeopardize your warranty position.
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I just got off the phone with Fender. I am taking it in to a "authorized" dealer here in town this week. I am a car guy so I've been very tempted to open her up but I will wait to see what Fender says. What I don't understand is I purchased it from Guitar Center. They are a Fender Dealer however they will not handle the warranty claim. GC told me to call Fender. They will only warranty it if I purchased the Guitar Center extended warranty. I have worked at plenty of new car dealerships and have handled thousands of warranty claims. So this does not make sense to me.
 
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Farseer said:
I just got off the phone with Fender. I am taking it in to a "authorized" dealer here in town this week. I am a car guy so I've been very tempted to open her up but I will wait to see what Fender says. What I don't understand is I purchased it from Guitar Center. They are a Fender Dealer however they will not handle the warranty claim. GC told me to call Fender. They will only warranty it if I purchased the Guitar Center extended warranty. I have worked at plenty of new car dealerships and have handled thousands of warranty claims. So this does not make sense to me.
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It is a different business model. Fender sells through a lot of retailers. The have designated stores or individuals that do warranty work for them.
 
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Farseer said:
I just got off the phone with Fender. I am taking it in to a "authorized" dealer here in town this week. I am a car guy so I've been very tempted to open her up but I will wait to see what Fender says. What I don't understand is I purchased it from Guitar Center. They are a Fender Dealer however they will not handle the warranty claim. GC told me to call Fender. They will only warranty it if I purchased the Guitar Center extended warranty. I have worked at plenty of new car dealerships and have handled thousands of warranty claims. So this does not make sense to me.
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Would you really want the pimple faced kid working at GC to try and fix your amp? Most amp service centers are specialized and do warranty work for a lot of the manufacturers.
 
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Linnin said:
Fender Rumbles are among the most reliable solid state amps available. FMIC isn't going to tell me the actual failure rate, but from what I have seen and read here it is incredibly low. Fender takes quality very seriously, and will fix you right up.
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I can appreciate your opinions for the Rumble amps. But I had a serious issue with a Fender J a few years ago and got no respect. btw. I purchased one of the Rumble 100 combos last weekend and do love it.
 
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