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I have a Hughes and Kettner Matrix 100 head plugged into a H&K cabinet and the input jack got jostled and bent it inside the jack plate so it doesn't work anymore. Can I purchase a new jack plate and replace it even if it isn't Hughes & Kettner brand? Is there a compatibility standard that I should look out for?
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It will be a proprietory brad; Neutrik, Switchcraft, Cliff etc. Take the old one out, take a look on RS.com or Farnell etc and find one that looks and measures the same.
https://uk.rs-online.com/web/c/conne...964,4294431974 will give you an idea.
Hope that helps.Support for Fender, Laney, Marshall, Mesa, VOX and many more. https://jonsnell.co.uk
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I am sure you can replace the jack itself. If the plate is bent, can't it be banged back straight?Education is what you're left with after you have forgotten what you have learned.Comment
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A picture would help."I took a photo of my ohm meter... It didn't help." Enzo 8/20/22Comment
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The socket looks like a Cliff type with a chrome front bezel. It will part from the front chassis by unscrewing the chrome nut whilst holding the rear that is inside of the chassis.
It probably just needs resoldering or a simple PCB track repair if the track is broken.Support for Fender, Laney, Marshall, Mesa, VOX and many more. https://jonsnell.co.uk
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I'm not even sure if the OP means the amp's input jack?Last edited by Helmholtz; 11-21-2020, 02:44 PM.- Own Opinions Only -Comment
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It could be the amp input. When I read the OP, I got the impression the broken jack was on the speaker cabinet, but that was merely an assumption on my part.Education is what you're left with after you have forgotten what you have learned.Comment
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The head does not have a jack plate, so he must be referring to the cab.Originally posted by Enzo
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If it is the back plate in a speaker cabinet, here are many;
https://cpc.farnell.com/c/cable-lead...or-accessories
Good time to fit Speakon connectors and bring it up to date.Support for Fender, Laney, Marshall, Mesa, VOX and many more. https://jonsnell.co.uk
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Are Speakon jacks really needed?
Had a GK last week where the owner jammed a 1/4" cable into every speakon output jack!Comment
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Speakons are industry standard. They also make a difference with many higher powers bass rigs. We try to educate our customers ... bless em!Originally posted by drewl View PostSupport for Fender, Laney, Marshall, Mesa, VOX and many more. https://jonsnell.co.uk
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I think at 300 watts and up they are recommended for the higher voltages.Originally posted by drewl View Post
Hey it fits so its gotta be right.
nosajsoldering stuff that's broken, breaking stuff that works, Yeah!Comment
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It didn't fit!
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