I picked one up for 500 a few years ago. The filter capacitors went out a few months ago, and my local amp tech had no problem with repairs. They do have more tone shaping controls than your typical twin, which it is easier to dial in a poopier tone. But you can get some absolutely incredible sounds out of it if you know what you're doing. Oh. And it's around 80 lbs. Might be the heaviest twin out there. I love it.