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Make sure the power transformer is as secure as possible. Tighten the 4 large screws on the bottom of the chassis until they are snug. If the transformer still feels loose, pop the top and tape some cardboard over the transformer top, just enough to fit under the metal cover. Or this can happen:

I have had two clients inquire in just the past week reporting that their (unserviced) Sunfire amp has blown the magic smoke and needs repair. This is becoming more common. Please get the word out that Sunfires need to be serviced. If they blow smoke/catch fire the service becomes more expensive - if it's even repairable. Last year, someone sent me a burned up unrepairable TGA-5400. Gorgeous, rare amplifier...gone. So I think it's time for a reality check. Many Sunfires are too old to gamble with. They have substantial power and self-destruct rather violently - more so than I think people expect. Also, be wary of local repair shops. Sunfires are not easy to work on (even we have to use specialized equipment) and most techs out there do not understand how they work. So it's also common for us to get Sunfires that were not repaired correctly from local shops.

John Smalta, Ultrablue (album)

We were smoking cigars last Friday night and one of the guys had a bunch of Marty Robbins on his phone. Good stuff.

The Mike Frost Band is a local group that I love to hear live in Savannah venues. Mike is amazing on 6-string bass and likewise Lauren Meccia on alto sax. Lauren is also the music director at the University of South Carolina. If you like this tune, check out their killer album "The Mike Frost Band Live at the Red Pepper".

The Moving Sidewalks, Joe Blues

Tennessee Ernie Ford, 16 Tons

Ted Nugent Stranglehold

Steve Oliver, A New Light (album)