R-115SW Subwoofer Amplifier Replacement

[GreenGoose]

I have a R-115SW Subwoofer that has had the amplifier go out twice.  Klipsch replaced it hassle free both times but it's now out of warranty.  I've heard there are some after market amps that fit and work great with the sub but I don't know where to pick one of these up.  I plan on calling Klipsch again but I'd like input on other compatible replacement amps.  Thanks.

[carlthess40]

There’s a guy on eBay that will repair the amp and make it better then it was when new


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[GreenGoose]

11 hours ago, carlthess40 said:

There’s a guy on eBay that will repair the amp and make it better then it was when new


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I found his thread here. https://community.klipsch.com/index.php?/topic/187458-r-110sw-r-112sw-r-115sw-repair-blog/

It appears he's not taking any more projects until October.  I did learn exactly the cause of the failure after reading his posts and looking closely at my amp.  Sadly, I don't have the electronic soldering skills to replace the capacitors myself.  Looks like an easy fix for folks with those skills.  

[mustangdaren]

Has anyone thought about using one of the new RP-1200sw or RP-1400sw amps as a replacement?  I hope that Klipsch stocks these as a replacement part soon so the issue with the R-115sw cheap amp can be put to rest once and for all. I just had one go out on my sub. The R-115sw plate amp is cheap junk. I will fix this one with better Nichicon caps and larger 10w resistor but still would like a better option.  I am just surprised Klipsch went this cheap on the amp. For what a R-115sw cost I am sure people would spend another $50 to $100 not to throw a junk Chinese parts amp in it.