First, this is my first entry into this group. I ran a NG search for this
problem, and the result(s) indicated
here. Sorry, if that was wrong.

I have an Onkyo home audio component system. The
amplifier in this system(Onkyo A-RV401) has flamed
out, as least I'm pretty sure it's the amplifier.

Next, I'm not an electronics guy. I'm just looking for a
little seasoned advice.

The system no longer produces any sound, no tuner,
tape, CD, headphones, nothing. However, I can crank
up the volume to full, and faintly hear the audio. As
usual, this worked fine one day, and failed the next.

It appears that this component can be replaced with
something like, for around $400-600. It also appears
that current models have the tuner/amplifier integrated
into a single unit, where the existing unit(s) are separate.

It's my opinion(only opinion) that replacement should
be the choice, rather than a repair attempt.

Comments?

Thanks, for the help.

Gary