CLASSIC FISHER Repair Service

Who is this guy and why should I trust him with my Fisher?
click to have a look: http://www.linkedin.com/in/paulgrzybek
On paper I am a top of my class formally trained Senior Electronics Technician-III with over 30-years of amplifier, radio and digital electronics experience. Not just repairs, I have design customization and manufacturing experience too.

I tend to have a small queue of sent in Fisher restoration projects lined up at all times. Final test listening to one while I'm restoring another. I work full time restoring Fisher tube gear. Email to discuss restoring a Fisher you already own or are thinking about buying on eBay.

All sent in Fishers require a paid up front $49 repair estimate/US return shipping fee. A $49 (or more) check in the box is welcome. Complete Fisher 400 Restorations Start at $350 + $49. 500-B-C or 800-B-C receiver models start at $400 + $49. 100 series Integrated amps start at $300 + $49, 200 series integrated amps start at $400 + $49. Consumable, large or unique parts (beyond the usual mound of included high grade always changed parts) will cost extra: tubes, transformers, knobs, controls, Fisher exclusive parts needs will be added to the repair estimate. Now approaching official antique status at 50-years, Fisher stereo gear requires a lot more under chassis work to do the job right. A heaping handful of parts that includes every known weak stale small under chassis device (selenium bias bridge, coupling caps, small electrolytic caps etc.) will be replaced including ALL the large power supply high voltage and bias supply filter can capacitors, old filter cans remain on top only for show. No capacitor replacement PC boards, all new caps are quality high temp types that are point to point installed in original design locations to make service down the road easy for the next generation.

Numerous time proven and widely copied 1990's Paul Grzybek (PG) invented proprietary under chassis circuitry updates are installed including:

A soft start current inrush limiter to drastically extend component life. My 1990's idea, thank you.

A 15-turn under chassis technician bias adjustment to precisely set the output tube bias. also my idea, thanks.

High quality double sealed German-Japanese blue box original material excellent sounding Mylar coupling caps are installed (not the raspy brittle sounding polypropylene most others use).

Original knobs are cleaned, brass end caps are replaced as a complete set (if needed) with (PG) exclusive new US factory made replacement types.

The tuning dial lamps are replaced with easy on the eyes soft glow types. Dial glass and faceplate carefully cleaned. Dial pointer is carefully aligned.

All tubes are tested on a precisely calibrated dynamic transconductance tester. Weak testing tubes will be replaced for very reasonable prices. Output tubes must be replaced as a match quad, most restoration need a fresh quad of output tubes to do the job right, Fisher 400 receivers use 4 new proven excellent matched EH brand 7868 outputs, +$125.

The FM Stereo Tuner is skillfully spectrum analyzer sweep aligned using one of the most precise pieces of digital equipment for this purpose: a $25,000(new) Motorola Communications Analyzer. Station Sensitivity, Selectivity and Stereo MPX separation are perfectly aligned for crystal clear reception. FM deemphasis will be checked for accuracy.

The chassis, tube sockets and switches are cleaned, all RCA inputs and speaker wire screws are polished to shine and function good as new. (PG) exclusive gold 5-way speaker post adapters are included (or can buy a set for $35) - they attach with original speaker screws, then use fingers to connect speaker wires or banana plugs.

If your Fisher needs a new volume control (indicated by uneven channel volume at various levels) I will install a brand new (PG) exclusive custom made precision volume control with rotary on/off switch for $95.

A proper expert restoration will make your Fisher sound brand new while maintaining the original untouched external appearance. Holes can Not be drilled, visible original parts must remain intact, limited external changes with proper internal restoration using high quality prove best sounding parts will keep your Fisher on the ever increasing value trail.

50-years old, looks original and performs like brand new. This is my Fisher restoration philosophy.

Your Fisher is personally auditioned several days before shipping back to final test ensure every aspect of functionality is up to spec.

Not cheap but definitely complete. Seasoned Expert Top Notch Professional Service.

The +$200 400-X (PG) Signature Series post (PG) complete restoration upgrade package takes your Fisher 400 receiver to a new level without destroying original integrity. Technically and sonically the amplifier and radio are noticeably improved without creating a museum disgrace, meaning it still looks like a stock Fisher.
4 6AU6R 1990's slightly taller Russian Super tubes are installed in place of old former best 1960's 6AU6A radio tubes. A (PG) proprietary exclusive laser cut tuner IF notch filter is installed to drastically improve station selectivity and quieting. The radio is precisely aligned with new tubes and notch filter installed, then run for several days and final aligned after new & dormant parts stabilize.
A 2-pound 5-Henry filter choke and extra filter cap are added to the high voltage supply to reduce amplifier push-pull output stage sawtooth turbulence for improved 3-dimensional stereo clarity. The (PG) 400-X signature upgrade deploys parts and test equipment that did not exist in the 60's (super tubes and laser cut IF notch filters), or were considered cost prohibitive for mass production (2-pound filter choke).

The $99 (PG) exclusive limited lifetime warranty: If your post 2010 (PG) fully restored Fisher needs service I will only charge $99 (or my current service minimum) for a check up/repair that includes continental US-48 state 1-way return shipping, 1-hour on the bench, small change parts and a quick alignment. If your Fisher needs a tube, transformer, control or Fisher exclusive part it will cost extra, or if someone else disturbed the circuitry inside an hourly repair rate may apply.

LOCALS IN CHICAGOLAND: My address listed is a UPS Store box in Wheaton, no charge for local drop off & pick up. The people at "my" UPS Store accept boxed Fishers for me, and will have your restored Fisher there for you to pick up on a prearranged date. For local drop off it needs to be loosely packed in a box with a note on top: "for Paul box 201" - you can include a check in the box for services too. On the pick-up side you need to prepay the balance due using my web page secure credit card/PayPal shopping cart (the UPS Store only handles my packages). Will need to show your photo ID (license) to the UPS Store counter person to receive your boxed Fisher. Let me know the day you plan to pick up so your Fisher is not sitting too long in the tight UPS Store space. Email if you have any questions: GRZZZY@Gmail.com

Getting it here: Click the Packing Instructions link below to ensure your receiver is transported without damage - the only valid damage insurance is how well YOU pack. Couriers never pay consumer electronics equipment damage claims - you must pack carefully with lots of tight padding. email Paul Grzybek directly for repair service information: GRZZZY@Gmail.com Note: I do not talk on the phone, phone ringer was switched off in 2008, just me doing all, no time to chat, need to stay on schedule, most restorations are turned over in 3 weeks, occasionally I have a back up stretching past a month.

Packing Instructions, My Address, Click Here