The TFM-35/35x are in dire need of service as of 2020 and beyond. These amps have notorious intermittent trouble, and can cause substantial damage to itself if not addressed. DO NOT simply send these amps in somewhere for a 're-cap'. That is not enough. DO NOT trust just any repair dude to restore them. These are a favorite amp to 'we-crap' by unqualified techs or DIY because they are relatively easy to access. I often get them in my shop 'after just being re-capped' because they have failed or blown a channel.
Going cheap WILL cost you!
The restore for the Carver TFM-35/35x amp includes replacement of all consumable parts, reflow of questionable solder, all service bulletins, cleaning inside and out. Also includes replacing output relays, upgraded pre-drive stages and new high heat dissipation resistors for areas that tend to go bad. Amp is burned in and fully calibrated and tested to specs.
A full restore will make this amp absolutely shine. You will find a new joy in listening to music again!
Signal Path Upgrade:
High grade polypropylene capacitors are installed in critical areas to maintain proper signal conditions while under heavy loads or heat stress. While the amplifier is extremely resistant to trouble caused by noisy or heat stress conditions, this upgrade will take it a step further to increase the amp's performance in demanding circumstances.
A completely rebuilt channel output after a dramatic failure:
New speaker binding post option:
Comes with the Nelion Audio 3-year warranty.
Cost: $370.00
Add LEDs on the meters, color of your choice: $20
Add new 5-way binding posts for: $60.00
Add IEC socket for: $75.00
Add signal path upgrade: $65