Source of Ampeg switches

[MarkusBass]

I'm looking for switches used in Ampeg SVT3Pro. I haven't seen them in any shop. Are they custom made for Ampeg? I'll try to contact Ampeg but don't think that they will sell/send me such a switch.

Mark

[Enzo]

Ampeg might not sell direct to you, but the part number is 88-303-02, and maybe one of their dealers would order one.

Seems to me Peavey uses the same switch on various amps, I'll try to come up with a part number for that.

[drewl]

You might be able to repair it if you take it apart c-a-r-e-f-u-l-l-y.
I've had some luck with that, also they can be found in other electronic stuff like Peavey amps Enzo mentioned.

[Enzo]

You've taken apart those stacked push switches? You are braver than me.


Are they beyond cleaning, Markus?

[MarkusBass]

If the switches are used in other amps, there is some hope to get them. I don't think that they can be taken apart. I was doing this with some very old Technics switches but they were single. In this case I don't think that this is possible and I'd like to see a photo how you did it. I tried to clean it with some fluids (Contact) but this didn't help. There is just no simple access to the interior of the switch. I contacted Ampeg support and I'm waiting for info from them.

Mark

[Enzo]

I usually spray into the hole where the little spring sits.

[MarkusBass]

I tried this and it didn't help.

Mark

[decades]

Hi, you can try these guys: LS ELECTRONICS & SERVICES LLC - Home - NOW OFFERING LESSONS!

I've contacted them about Ampeg knobs, after reading that they bought a bunch of Loud's inventory.

[MarkusBass]

Thank you. I contacted them - let's wait until Monday and see if they can help.

Mark

[Enzo]

Peavey part number 71322256. Stacked switch like yours, as used in MANY models, such as Ultra, Transfex208s, TNT115, TKO115, and others.

[hodgy]

Ampeg PN 88-303-02, we purchase them from Run Run Enterprises (PN WPT-12A-6GL) and Toneluck (PN PBN-A06-003). There are 75 available in the distribution center.

[MarkusBass]

Thanks for the info. What do you mean by distribution center? On their web site (toneluck) I found that minimum order is 200 pcs. This may be too much for me. I need 5-10 pcs.

Mark

[hodgy]

Thanks for the info. What do you mean by distribution center? On their web site (toneluck) I found that minimum order is 200 pcs. This may be too much for me. I need 5-10 pcs.

Mark

I say call Loud and give them the part number. They (we) should sell them to you. The 'distribution center' is our warehouse in Auburn, WA.

[MarkusBass]

Now I understand - you are from Ampeg :-). It's nice to have you here. Calling from Europe to the States may be expensive. I will send e-mail to the support team.

Mark

[Enzo]

Hodgy, he is in Poland, remember.


And don't overlook the Peavey angle on this.