wedgeSG Posted September 14, 2009 Share Posted September 14, 2009 My son always has his bandmates here to practice... as such, my Marshall AVT half-stack is seemingly always in use as a "house amp". The thing is nearly new and I rarely get the opportuinty to use it myself; but I set forth a few ground rules and allow 'em to use it. One youngster has a bit of a "challenged" guitar and always seems to be the one plugged into the AVT. By the kid's own admission it needs some work done to the jack, (and a list of other things I might add), but he just can't seems to keep a cable seated in it. Soon, (VERY SOON), I'm gonna hand him a new Switchcraft or a roll of duct tape and tell him to fix it or bring his own gear. I don't want to be an *** since the kid might not have any extra funds, (from the condition of his guitar I feel this is the case). He tries hard, shows talent, gets along well with others, and I don't want to bust the karma developing by being a heavy. I just really hate that goddawfull noise when the cable comes loose...worse than nails on a chalkboard; worse still, I know it's my Marshall. Question is this: other than being simply excruciating to endure; is it really causing any damage to the head or the cabinet until I can figure out a tactful way to vanquish the Slash antics from my home? P.S. If you've got any ideas on how to solve the problem described, those would be much welcomed as well. Main thing I gotta know is whether or not damage is occuring..... Wedgie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricochet Posted September 14, 2009 Share Posted September 14, 2009 Soon' date=' (VERY SOON), I'm gonna hand him a new Switchcraft or a roll of duct tape and tell him to fix it Wedgie[/quote'] Why not do it for him? Offer to solder in a new output. It seems a minimal amount of effort for a lot of comfort of mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bender 4 Life Posted September 14, 2009 Share Posted September 14, 2009 Why not do it for him? Offer to solder in a new output. It seems a minimal amount of effort for a lot of comfort of mind. +1 on what Rich said.........you'd have peace of mind, and i'm sure the youngster would really appreciate it.........don't worry about tact, just tell him "hey man, if you wanna use my Marshall, lemme fix this for you." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted September 14, 2009 Share Posted September 14, 2009 Just head over to Radio Shack and get a new jack. Solder it in and you will both be happy. It might take 30 minutes and no more BUUUUUZZZZZZ!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m-theory Posted September 14, 2009 Share Posted September 14, 2009 Yeah, put a jack in the thing. It may not even be a bad jack. Might just be that it's loose and is shorting out as a result. The popping and harsh noise will pop a speaker in a heartbeat at the right volume. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Axe2Grind123 Posted September 14, 2009 Share Posted September 14, 2009 Just head over to Radio Shack and get a new jack. ....or try fixing the existing jack first. Sometimes the nut is loose which causes the jack to have some wiggle room and the solder becomes disconnected from the movement. Just re-solder the jack and tighten the nut to see . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sledge57 Posted September 14, 2009 Share Posted September 14, 2009 I agree fix it for him, better yet show him how, you say he's a good kid............. BTW Wedge, took the POS Pedal Car (long story) to the strip last week, ran 11.67 (new best) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffo46 Posted September 15, 2009 Share Posted September 15, 2009 I would definately get that jack fixed and once you get that done, I would tell your son to get a job and start saving up and get his own amp. This doesn't make you a heavy at all. IMO, kids today need to learn the meaning of responsibility. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bender 4 Life Posted September 15, 2009 Share Posted September 15, 2009 fix it for him' date=' better yet show him how, [/quote'] Now THATS an even better idea! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted September 15, 2009 Share Posted September 15, 2009 ....or try fixing the existing jack first. Sometimes the nut is loose which causes the jack to have some wiggle room and the solder becomes disconnected from the movement. Just re-solder the jack and tighten the nut to see . . . I've had my share of loose output jack nuts and strap pins' date=' but the thing that made me say "Go to Radio Shack" was the part that said [i']"but he just can't seem to keep a cable seated in it"[/i]. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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