Synthesizer & Amp Repair

Professional background and experience
With over 30 years of hands-on experience in electronics, I bring a deep, professional background in audio electronics repair—specializing in vintage analog synthesizers and both tube and solid-state amplifiers. My career began in 1991 within professional audio manufacturing and repair service centers, and later evolved into running my own shop, Wire Audio Electronics Repair, here in Portland. Renamed Vintage Synth Lab in its later years (2011–2012) for Synthesizer Repair, then later on (2015-2018) for Engineering / Design for VSL Eurorack Modular Synthesis Products), my shop became known for precision work, deep circuit-level understanding, and respect for the musical instruments and gear that shaped generations. Unlike many amp techs who focus solely on tubes, I have extensive experience with solid-state electronics, hybrid systems, and rare analog synthesizers. Whether you’re restoring a MiniKorg 700/s, an Octave Cat, a Roland Jupiter, or reviving a cherished amp from the the 50s / 60s / 70s / 80s, your gear is in expert hands.

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Rates & Service Terms

• Hourly Rate: $96/hour (billed in 15-minute increments)

• Bench Fee / Minimum Charge (for initial estimate):

  • Synthesizers: 1 hour ($96, which applies toward final repair cost if approved)

  • Amplifiers: 3/4 hour ($72, which applies toward final repair cost if approved)

• Rush Service (subject to availability): $62 surcharge

• Parts: Charged separately at cost + modest handling fee if sourcing is required

 

Repairs are performed locally in Portland, Oregon. Drop-offs by appointment only. All work is documented, and select jobs may include photos of internal work upon request.

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Guarantee

I guarantee my work. All repairs, completed and paid for in full are guaranteed for 60 days from the date picked up. VSL reserves the right to determine what warranty exists for each repair based on relation to previous service performed and/or any other circumstance(s) involved that may have caused repeat or new failures due to negligence and/or incorrect use due to connection between other faulty equipment, as well as customer provided parts such as tubes, speakers, transformers, wrong power supplies or faulty electrical components, etc. This receipt must accompany any unit requiring warranty service. The warranty period shall include a reasonable attempt to fix the original problem addressed by technician ("SERVICE PERFORMED"), otherwise a refund (partial or full) may be issued depending on the circumstances.. 

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Payments

Payments can be made using cash, Venmo debit cards or credit cards (in-person).

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Contact

To inquire about a repair, ask questions, schedule a pick-up or drop-off, or get my latest turn-around timeframe, please email vintagesynthlab@gmail.com or call / text: 971-601-8514