DJ · PA · PRO AUDIO · BRISTOL
Audio equipment repairs in Bristol
Practical, specialist repair support for the equipment that keeps music playing.
Ned Hawes specialises in DJ and PA electronics, including selected mixers, controllers, CDJs, amplifiers, active speakers, turntables and electronic instruments.
Growing up in an electronics repair shop and spending years involved in Bristol’s DJ scene means Ned understands both the technical faults and the practical demands of performing with this equipment.
A channel cutting out, crackling faders or a power issue can have more than one cause. Describe the manufacturer, model and symptoms so Ned can discuss a sensible approach to diagnosis and repair.
What we repair
DJ mixers, CDJs and controllers
Pioneer DJ, Allen & Heath, Rane, Denon, Numark and selected other DJ equipment. Common issues can involve controls, audio paths, connections or power circuitry.
Technics SL-1200 and SL-1210
Specialist diagnosis and servicing for classic direct-drive decks, including pitch, tonearm, RCA and electrical issues.
PA equipment and amplifiers
Amplifiers, active loudspeakers and professional audio systems may need careful fault diagnosis when channels fail, output is distorted or power becomes unreliable.
Synthesisers and keyboards
Selected electronic instruments, effects and studio equipment can be assessed. Please provide the exact model and describe the symptoms.
Diagnosis before parts replacement
A fault description is a starting point, not always a complete answer. An intermittent channel could be a cable, a connector or internal circuitry; unstable speed may have several possible causes.
The right approach is to inspect the equipment, find the issue and discuss whether a repair makes practical and financial sense.
How a DJ or PA repair works
- Tell Ned about the fault. Use the repair enquiry form with the make, exact model and what is going wrong.
- Agree the arrangements. Delivery or collection is arranged with Ned before any equipment is brought or sent.
- Inspection and diagnosis. The equipment is checked to find the actual cause rather than guessing at parts.
- Options discussed. Ned explains what he has found and whether a repair makes practical and financial sense.
- Repair and testing. Once you are happy to go ahead, the work is carried out and the equipment tested.
What to include in your enquiry
- Manufacturer and full model name
- What happens, and whether it is constant or intermittent
- Whether it has been repaired or modified before
- Any gig or event date you are working to
DJ and PA repair questions
Do you only repair Technics turntables?
No. Technics SL-1200 and SL-1210 decks are a speciality, but Ned also looks at DJ mixers, CDJs, controllers, amplifiers, active speakers and selected electronic instruments. See the Technics repair page for deck faults, or our turntable repair page for hi-fi turntables and record players.
How much will my repair cost?
It depends on the fault, the time needed and any parts. Send the model and symptoms and Ned can talk through the likely next steps before you commit to anything.
Can you repair my equipment before a gig?
Mention the date in your enquiry. Timings depend on the fault, parts and workshop availability, so the sooner you get in touch the better.
Where can I read more about common faults?
Our DJ and audio repair guides cover common faults for specific models.
Get your equipment assessed
Tell Ned the make, model and fault. Let him know if the item has been repaired before or is needed for an upcoming gig, and agree arrangements before delivering equipment.