Bad G.A.S.

[paulyc]

I bought a brand new VH4 once that had such bad hum it was unusable. After going through Diezel for US tech support, and not getting anywhere, I returned the amp and Peter sent me a Herbert as a replacement. I would't own another VH4 ever again, but that's just me..YMMV.

 

[cardinal]

I've played several VH4s and they were dead quiet. Sorry you had bad luck with one.

 

[paulyc]

I was sorry too, believe me. Peter tried his best to get me hooked up with someone stateside, and the 2 places he had me bring it to struck out. I brought it to my own tech (non factory authorized, checked with Peter first to clear it with him) and he couldn't find anything either...this was Blue Face too...

 

[cardinal]

Yeah I owned a '90s Blueface and some later models too. All were so quiet I thought the amp was off sometimes. It does seem like Diezel's had trouble getting adequate support in the States.

 

[pkripper]

Got a quote today! Ouch! really not to bad for the repair but getting it there and back is an issue. The repair was less than $400 and that is for a complete replacement of the boards new tubes. But getting it there and back is going to add up. By the time it makes the round trip is will cost over $800. My guess is andiggity can't afford to do the right thing and I offered to trade back at first. Now I want this amp!

 

[paulyc]

Well, the whole deal in LA was bad news too...that guy that, at one time, was the US Diezel rep (I think)...shady. (the guy, not Diezel)

 

[pkripper]

Oh by the way messages to his Cell, Personal email and here on RT are still getting no reply!

 

[mooncobra]

Oh by the way messages to his Cell, Personal email and here on RT are still getting no reply!

that's messed up, this no responding thing makes him look pretty guilty.

 

[Beyond Black]

It sure does! This guy needs to face the music like a man and make this right. Besides, would you really want to fuck someone over who has your home address?

 

[Steinmetzify]

Sorry this happened to you man.....hopefully it works fantastically once you get it back.

Also, thanks for outing this guy. He goes on the list along with a few other people. For the most part RT seems to be full of good dudes; there aren't very many I wouldn't do business with. Sorry you found a bad one.

 

[pkripper]

I continue to email, PM and text "andiggity" everyday sometime twice with no response. I was wondering If should post his personal info?

 

[mystixboi]

I continue to email, PM and text "andiggity" everyday sometime twice with no response. I was wondering If should post his personal info?

I wouldn't do that. What would that get you? That would probably piss him off more. If you are going to file a complaint with the law, do that.

 

[pkripper]

Good point I didn't think about legal action. Anyone know how that works? Can you have a small claim suit with someone on the other side of the country in a different state?

 

[jc986]

It'd be difficult to pursue. Not only because of your proximity, but do to the fact there are likely no written contracts that would amount to much. It's more of a his word vs. yours scenario. I'm sure he asserts the amp was mint when he sent it out, but unless he recorded the amp functioning perfectly and then packing it up he has no proof. You also have no proof that the amp wasn't fully functioning when he sent it out.

I always record a playthrough of any gear I sell or trade. This guy is obviously shady because he's ceased communicating with you, but I don't know if that would be enough to get a court to order him to recoup the cost of the repairs and shipping. My fear is that you would end up out more money for court filing and travel expenses if you had to show up there to file.

 

[Beyond Black]

It'd be difficult to pursue. Not only because of your proximity, but do to the fact there are likely no written contracts that would amount to much. It's more of a his word vs. yours scenario. I'm sure he asserts the amp was mint when he sent it out, but unless he recorded the amp functioning perfectly and then packing it up he has no proof. You also have no proof that the amp wasn't fully functioning when he sent it out.

I always record a playthrough of any gear I sell or trade. This guy is obviously shady because he's ceased communicating with you, but I don't know if that would be enough to get a court to order him to recoup the cost of the repairs and shipping. My fear is that you would end up out more money for court filing and travel expenses if you had to show up there to file.

True, very true. It would probably be much cheaper to just send him a 20 lb. box of dog shit.

 

[Racerxrated]

It'd be difficult to pursue. Not only because of your proximity, but do to the fact there are likely no written contracts that would amount to much. It's more of a his word vs. yours scenario. I'm sure he asserts the amp was mint when he sent it out, but unless he recorded the amp functioning perfectly and then packing it up he has no proof. You also have no proof that the amp wasn't fully functioning when he sent it out.

I always record a playthrough of any gear I sell or trade. This guy is obviously shady because he's ceased communicating with you, but I don't know if that would be enough to get a court to order him to recoup the cost of the repairs and shipping. My fear is that you would end up out more money for court filing and travel expenses if you had to show up there to file.

True, very true. It would probably be much cheaper to just send him a 20 lb. box of dog shit.

Hmm...I can help. 6 month old Bernese Mtn Dog puppy....If you can call him that lol..he's 80 lbs already. I'd have that much in two days the way he eats. Send me this douchebags address.

 

[glip22]

Terrible you have to go through this OP.
Have to be so careful with who you trade with as your ass is out on a trade. This guy deserves his face pounded in.
Unfortunately, I think you know you have zero recourse. I'm a spiteful bitch. I would find some way to pay back this loser. Does he have an Ebay handle?

 

[mystixboi]

Terrible you have to go through this OP.
Have to be so careful with who you trade with as your ass is out on a trade. This guy deserves his face pounded in.
Unfortunately, I think you know you have zero recourse. I'm a spiteful bitch. I would find some way to pay back this loser. Does he have an Ebay handle?

Jcassne

 

[Beyond Black]

It'd be difficult to pursue. Not only because of your proximity, but do to the fact there are likely no written contracts that would amount to much. It's more of a his word vs. yours scenario. I'm sure he asserts the amp was mint when he sent it out, but unless he recorded the amp functioning perfectly and then packing it up he has no proof. You also have no proof that the amp wasn't fully functioning when he sent it out.

I always record a playthrough of any gear I sell or trade. This guy is obviously shady because he's ceased communicating with you, but I don't know if that would be enough to get a court to order him to recoup the cost of the repairs and shipping. My fear is that you would end up out more money for court filing and travel expenses if you had to show up there to file.

True, very true. It would probably be much cheaper to just send him a 20 lb. box of dog shit.

Hmm...I can help. 6 month old Bernese Mtn Dog puppy....If you can call him that lol..he's 80 lbs already. I'd have that much in two days the way he eats. Send me this douchebags address.

OK then, let's make that a fifty pound box.

 

[glip22]

Terrible you have to go through this OP.
Have to be so careful with who you trade with as your ass is out on a trade. This guy deserves his face pounded in.
Unfortunately, I think you know you have zero recourse. I'm a spiteful bitch. I would find some way to pay back this loser. Does he have an Ebay handle?

Jcassne

Minimal activity and does not sell. One could figure out a way to report domestic violence at his house