How Do You Replace A Speaker In A Guitar Amplifier?
When a guitar amplifier speaker blows, not only does it sound bad, but it can also damage the guitar amplifier. Speaker impedance, or load, changes when the amplifier is damaged, and this can change the amount of electricity running through the guitar amplifier. Speaker replacement is fairly easy, though, once a replacement has been found. Read on to learn how to replace a speaker in a guitar amplifier. Unplug the amplifier from guitar and electrical socket. Remove any cables and accessories stored in the back of the amplifier. Place it face down on a stable surface to allow easy access through the back. Disconnect the wires going to the bad speaker. Pull the connector, not the wire, and use pliers if necessary. If the wires are not color-coded (typically red is positive and black is negative), use a marker to identify where they should mount. This is crucial in an amp with multiple speakers. Mis-wiring will put the speakers out of phase. Use a screwdriver to remove the screws holding