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INTERNATIONAL Remote Mobile Recording Truck Pro Tools API 44/24 Console #25444

Estimated price for orientation: 375 000 $

Category: Vintage Pro Audio Equipment
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Type: Vintage Mixer Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Brand: Aphex


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INVENTORY #25444 DESCRIPTION - This listing is for one of the premier remote recording trucks in service in the last 20 years. Completely operational and intact is this Jack Crymes designed mobile studio equipped with a custom API 44/24 Bus & 32 Monitor Console, API 550A EQ's, Audio & Video Monitors, vintage Teletronix, UREI and DBX outboard gear, Complete Pro Tools system, complement of microphones and intercom system.  All securely installed in a 1991 International 35' Diesel Chassis with Full Air Ride Suspension.
(See complete equipment list below or download in Links)
This truck made its debut at the 1991 MTV Music Awards and from there continued to string together a 20+ year career as one of the top mobile recording trucks for premier music and broadcast events all over the United States, Canada and Mexico. The truck has been associated with many award winning projects, including the Emmy Award for Best for a Special Presentation, Natlie Cole's "Unforgettable--With Love", and a Grammy Award for Best Jazz Album, Dianne Reeves, "In the Moment". Additionally, the truck has received five Emmy Nominations, various TEC Award nominations and Golden Reels Awards.
The extensive list of acclaimed artists that have used this truck include Elton John, Faith Hll, Santana, Aerosmith, Sting and many many others. Other clients and events include The Playboy Jazz Festival, The Academy Awards, The Grammy's and various MTV and VH-1 Specials.
HISTORYIn 1991, it was decided that a recording truck would be a perfect compliment to DESIGN FX AUDIO. After purchasing the original RECORD PLANT TRUCK, a full scale remodel was done with the technical expertise of Jack Crymes, who also designed a Wally Heider truck as well as the Record Plant Trucks, along with technical support from Alan Baca and the carpentry skills of Dave Mailand. The truck was ready for the 1991 MTV Music Awards, a live broadcast from the Universal Amphitheater. The truck was later moved onto an INTERNATIONAL cab that has taken our crew from Vancouver B.C. to Mexico City and many points in between. In 1994 we decided to upgrade our classic API console. Once again, Jack Crymes, a pioneer in remote recording for the past 25 years joined forces with API specialists, John Dressel and Jeff Bork and the Design FX crew to design a custom API input module, designed especially for live recording. The goal was to make a console that is user friendly as well as very versatile, and we did.
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FULL EQUIPMENT LIST INCLUDED WITH PACKAGE
     Equipment Serial #
   
   
APIC#1-API 550A 8297
APIC#1-API 550A 7466
APIC#1-API 550A 7491
APIC#1-API 550A 7568
APIC#1-API 550A 7452
APIC#1-API 550A 7449
APIC#1-API 550A 6077
APIC#1-API 550A 7459
APIC#1-API 550A 7490
APIC#1-API 550A 8228
APIC#1-API 550A 7576
APIC#1-API 550A 7478
APIC#1-API 550A 7486
APIC#1-API 550A 8281
APIC#1-API 550A 8234
APIC#1-API 550A 8275
APIC#1-API 550A 8285
APIC#1-API 550A 8286
APIC#1-API 550A 8254
APIC#1-API 550A 8225
APIC#1-API 550A 8249
APIC#1-API 550A 8287
APIC#1-API 550A 8253
APIC#1-API 550A 8233
APIC#1-API 550A 8245
APIC#1-API 550A 8231
APIC#1-API 550A 8298
APIC#1-API 550A 8232
APIC#1-API 550A 8284
APIC#1-API 550A 8246
APIC#1-API 550A 8238
APIC#1-API 550A 8236
APIC#1-API 550A 8230
APIC#1-API 550A 8250
APIC#1-API 550A 8235
APIC#1-API 550A 8226
APIC#1-API 550A 8282
APIC#1-API 550A 8239
APIC#1-API 550A 8229
APIC#1-API 550A 8257
APIC#1-API 550A 8244
APIC#1-API 550A 8248
APIC#1-API 550A 8224
APIC#1-API 550A 7492
APIC#1-API 550A  SPARE 7493
APIC#1-API 550A  SPARE 3094
APIC#1-API 650A CONSOLE PS 2035
APIC#1-API 650A CONSOLE PS 2225
APIC#1-API 650A CONSOLE PS 2245
APIC#1-API 650A CONSOLE PS 2173
APIC#1-API 650A CONSOLE PS 2216
APIC#1-API 650A CONSOLE PS 0
APIC#1-API 650A CONSOLE PS 2180
APIC#1-API 650A CONSOLE PS 2244
APIC#1-API 650A CONSOLE PS 2143
APIC#1-API 650A CONSOLE PS 1980
APIC#1-API 650A CONSOLE PS 2229
APIC#1-API 650A CONSOLE PS 2145
APIC#1-API 650A CONSOLE PS 2227
APIC#1-API 650A CONSOLE PS ??20
APIC#1-API 650A CONSOLE PS 2332
APIC#1-API 650A CONSOLE PS 2226
APIC#1-API 650A CONSOLE PS 2168
APIC#1-API 650A CONSOLE PS 2181
APIC#1-API 650A CONSOLE PS 2222
APIC#1-API 650A CONSOLE PS ??81
APIC#1-API CONSOLE 44/32/24 (550A) 2395
   
DFX REMOTE 10' 27 PAIR AUDIO SNAKE 3511
DFX REMOTE 10' 27 PAIR AUDIO SNAKE 3512
DFX REMOTE 100' 27 PAIR SNAKE 3507
DFX REMOTE 100' 27 PAIR SNAKE 3508
DFX REMOTE 100' 27 PAIR SNAKE 3509
DFX REMOTE 100' 27 PAIR SNAKE 3510
DFX REMOTE 15 CH. SPLITTER BOX (For Video Truck) 3550
DFX REMOTE 250' 27 PAIR SNAKE 3506
DFX REMOTE 300' 27 PAIR SNAKE 3504
DFX REMOTE 300' 27 PAIR SNAKE 3505
DFX REMOTE 4CH. EXT. PHNTM PS 3542
DFX REMOTE 4CH. EXT. PHNTM PS 3543
DFX REMOTE 4CH. MONO SUMMING BOXES 3544
DFX REMOTE 4CH. MONO SUMMING BOXES 3545
DFX REMOTE 4CH. MONO SUMMING BOXES 3546
DFX REMOTE 4CH. MONO SUMMING BOXES 3547
DFX REMOTE 4CH. MONO SUMMING BOXES 3548
DFX REMOTE 4CH. MONO SUMMING BOXES 3549
DFX REMOTE 50' 27 PAIR AUDIO SNAKE 3513
DFX REMOTE 50' 27 PAIR AUDIO SNAKE 3514
DFX REMOTE CABLE CROSSING YELLOWJACKET 3554
DFX REMOTE CH. 1-27 AMP-FXLR FAN OUT 3516
DFX REMOTE CH. 1-27 AMP-FXLR FAN OUT 3521
DFX REMOTE CH. 1-27 AMP-MXLR FAN OUT 3520
DFX REMOTE CH. 1-27 AMP-MXLR FAN OUT 3522
DFX REMOTE CH. 1-27 INPUT BOX 3523
DFX REMOTE CH. 1-27 INPUT BOX (PURPLE) 3528
DFX REMOTE CH. 1-27 SPLITTER BOX 3524
DFX REMOTE CH.28-54 AMP-FXLR FAN OUT 3518
DFX REMOTE CH.28-54 AMP-MXLR FAN OUT 3517
DFX REMOTE CH.28-54 INPUT BOX 3525
DFX REMOTE CH.28-54 SPLITTER BOX 3526
DFX REMOTE CH.55-81 INPUT BOX 3527
DFX REMOTE DI BOXES 3530
DFX REMOTE DI BOXES 3531
DFX REMOTE DI BOXES 3532
DFX REMOTE DI BOXES 3533
DFX REMOTE DI BOXES 3534
DFX REMOTE DI BOXES 3535
DFX REMOTE DI BOXES 3536
DFX REMOTE DI BOXES 3537
DFX REMOTE DI BOXES 3538
DFX REMOTE DI BOXES 3539
DFX REMOTE DI BOXES 3540
DFX REMOTE DI BOXES 3541
DFX REMOTE TRUCK CABLE TESTER 3529
   
PERRAUX 6000 2CH POWER AMPLIFIER 17948
PERRAUX 6000B 2CH. POWER AMPLIFIER P18528
   
RMT TRUCK W/O CONSOLE (INT CAB & CHASSIS) 1990 International
RMTE TRCK MISC.EQP.(AC, ELECT.,CBLS/BOXES, ETC.)  
   
RTS#1-RTS PS15 POWER SUPPLY 11268
RTS#1-RTS SPK300 INTERCOMM STATION 135260
RTS#1-RTS WIRELESS BELT PACK 7061
RTS#1-RTS WIRELESS BELT PACK 2893
RTS#1-RTS WIRELESS BELT PACK 2894
RTS#1-RTS WIRELESS BELT PACK W/DT109 HEADSET 58681
RTS#1-RTS WIRELESS DT109 HEADSET (SPARE)  
RTS#1-RTS WIRELESS INTERCOM SYS. (B/U) 5149
RTS  SPK300 INTERCOM SYSTEM STATION 577036T
   
SONY MX-P61 12 CH. MIXER 20073
SONY MX-P61 12 CH. MIXER 20018
   
WHICH BOX (THE) (1-LRG, 1-SM)  
WHIRLWIND DA-2 DISTRIBUTION AMP 481423
   
OVERHEAD RACK:  
BRAINSTORM SR-15 DISTRIP 3
HORITA VLR-100 TC GEN./READER VR707950
SIGMA BSG-100A SYNC GEN. 6930015
FURMAN PL-8 PWR CONDITIONR N64656
APOGP#2-APOGEE PSX-100 2CH. 24BIT A/D/A 2523
APOGP#2-APOGEE PSX-100 VID. SYNC MOD  
HHB CDR-830 CD RECORDER BFMP003826CC
TASCAM CD-RW901SL CD RECORDER 210090084
DENON 650F CD PLAYER 4071501052
DRAWMER DS 201 1793
DRAWMER DS 201 2814
SIGMA ELECTRONICS  
RTS SUYSTEMS PS 25 PWR SUPPLY  
ROLLS HEADPHONE DISTRIBUTION  
6 CHANNEL HEADPHONE AMP RA 62C  
   
ACCESSORIES:  
HUMBUCKER HUM1 3749
HUMBUCKER HUM1 21596
HUMBUCKER HUM1 21665
   
   
TOTAL REMOTE TRUCK  
   
MICROPHONES:  
AKG 414 ULS 14942
AKG 414 ULS 14882
AKG C451 EB w/CAPSULE (CK1) 524200/D6256
AKG C452 EB w/CAPSULE 535136/94202
AKG C452 w/ CAPSULE (c) 2063/40583
AKG C452 w/ CAPSULE (c) 0000/86210
AKG D 112 DRF02
BEYER M-88 MICROPHONE 18117
NEUMANN KM 140 5425
SENNHEISER E-609 MIC BC4497
SENNHEISER E-609 MIC BC4498
SENNHEISER MKH 416 MIC P48 40869
SENNHEISER MKH 416 MIC P48 11261
SENNHEISER MKH 416 MIC P48 84151
SENNHEISER 421 MIC 83144
SENNHEISER 421 MIC 83146
SENNHEISER 421 MIC 82841
SENNHEISER 421 MIC 83143
SHURE SM 57 MIC no BC
SHURE SM 57 MIC no BC
SHURE SM 57 MIC no BC
SHURE SM 57 MIC DFR06
SHURE SM 57 MIC DFR08
SHURE SM 57 MIC DFR04
SHURE SM 57 MIC DFR09
SHURE SM 57 MIC DFR02
SHURE SM 57 MIC DFR05
SHURE SM 57 MIC DFR03
SHURE SM 57 MIC  
SHURE SM 58 MIC no BC
SHURE SM 58 MIC 0
SHURE SM 58 MIC 007
SHURE BETA 58 MIC 008
SHURE BETA 87 MIC 001
   
TOTAL MICS  
   
PT Rack #1   HD3   56 IN/64 OUT  
DIGIDESIGN  SYNC I/O SC04745 REV K
DIGIDESIGN  192 I/O RM13326
DIGIDESIGN  192 I/O RM13222
DIGIDESIGN  192 I/O RM15709
DIGIDESIGN  192 I/O RM15711
DIGIDESIGN  192 I/O RM13161
MACINTOSH INTEL 8-CORE (2.26 ) YM9360M220G
   
   
PT Rack #2   HD3   64 IN/ 56 OUT  
DIGIDESIGN  SYNC I/O SC14027
DIGIDESIGN  192 I/O RM0816800K
DIGIDESIGN  192 I/O RM15716
DIGIDESIGN  192 I/O RM22091
DIGIDESIGN  192 I/O RM27836
DIGIDESIGN  192 I/O RM15703
MACINTOSH INTEL 8-CORE (2.26 ) YM93905120G
   
Outboard Gear Rack #1  
TELETRONIX LA 2A 337
TELETRONIX LA 2A 336
UREI 1176 LIMITER 6045
UREI 1176 LIMITER 6085
UREI 1176 LIMITER 6327
UREI 1176 LIMITER 6089
DBX 160 6245
DBX 160 7982
DBX 160 6279
DBX 160 5109
DBX 160 1705
DBX 160 5241
DBX 160 5230
DBX 160 7725
T.C. ELECT. M3000 1800963
   
Outboard Gear Rack #2  
AMS RMX 2221
AMS DMX DUAL SAMP. 2252
DBX 160X 5203
DBX 160X 12126
DBX 903 7534
DBX 903 7541
DBX 903 7791
DBX 903 7789
DBX 903 2652
DBX 903 4949
DBX 903 4997
DBX 904 8534
DBX 902 7019
DBX 902 3857
DBX 902 3879
DBX 902 3832
DBX 902 3892
DBX 902 5357
DBX 900 RACK 3414
EMPIRICAL LABS DISTRESSOR 2059
EMPIRICAL LABS DISTRESSOR 2196
ROLAND SDE 3000 SAMP. 384197
SONY DPS R7 REVERB 800432
   
   
Misc.  
BGW 750 82D1676
FOSTEX T-20 HEADPHONE FOS01
FOSTEX T-20 HEADPHONE FOS02
GENELEC MONITORS 1031A 31A032865
GENELEC MONITORS 1031A 31A032866
HAFLER P-1500 POWER AMP 5404569100-01
ISO-MAX VB-1BB VIDEO GROUND LIFT 0
ISO-MAX VB-1BB VIDEO GROUND LIFT 0
ISO TRANSFORMER BOX (1-LRG)  
ISO TRANSFORMER BOX (2-SM)  
MARANTZ CDR 500 CD BURNER MZ000047020754
PANASONIC 3800 DAT G7TA00474
   
SHAR Aquos LC-20S1U-S (20" TV/MONITOR) 411841010
SHAR Aquos LC-20S1U-S (20" TV/MONITOR) 408831375
   
YAMAHA NS 10 MONITOR 113302-R
YAMAHA NS 10 MONITOR 113302-L
CET#1-CETEC VEGA DT108 HEADSET 0
CET#1-CETEC VEGA QR-1 RECEIVER 2520
CET#1-CETEC VEGA QT-1B TRANSMITTER 2519
CET#1-CETEC VEGA QX-1WIRELESS SYSTEM 6062
 

TERMS OF SALE 100% SATISFACTION We very much appreciate having your confidence to make a purchase from us and we really want you to be happy. With that, we strive to do whatever it takes to make sure your transaction with us is fully positive. We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. For any issues or concerns you may have about your transaction and for fastest service, please use the contact us link above and we will address the situation with priority. BIDDING All bidders from anywhere in the world are welcome! Before placing a bid please consider that a winning bid constitutes a contract to purchase the item. Please refer to the eBay user agreement or contact us if you have any questions! Techno Empire reserves the right to: Qualify any bidders to verify intent to purchase. Cancel any and all bids at our discretion, or end the auction early if necessary. 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We take lots of detailed photos so that you can make the fairest evaluation of the item's physical condition using your own skilled observation, independent of our techs qualified, yet subjective, opinion. In the rare case that you receive an item that is not in the condition as shown in the photos or operating as described in the listing, you are welcome to return it for a full refund, credit or exchange for a used item of equivalent value within 15 days of receipt of the item, with free return shipping. We strongly suggest that you check your order after receiving it to be sure that it is in proper working order. Items purchased that are subject to buyer's remorse or negligence can be returned for a refund within 15 days minus a 15% restocking fee and minus shipping expenses. NOT WORKING, FOR PARTS, OR AS-IS Items that are listed as "not working", "for parts", or "as-is" do not have any warranty or guarantees and cannot be returned for a refund, credit or exchange of any kind. We do our best to fairly evaluate the condition of a non-working item and give an honest description of any symptoms. If there are any further conditions, missing parts, or dead-issues with the item that are not described in this type of listing, Techno Empire will not be held liable for it. WARRANTY DETAILS Similar to the manufacturers warranty, our one year extended warranty on new items and 15 day warranty on used items covers items when used under normal operating conditions. It does not cover such things as normal wear and tear. It also specifically does not cover items that have been tampered with, altered, modified or where item has been damaged because of buyer negligence. i.e.-Incorrect voltage, un-authorized or self-repair, exposure to extreme temperatures, moisture damage, failure to follow manufacturers instructions or incorrect application etc. Further not covered by our warranty. Acts of god, the old gods and the new gods, forces of nature, product defects (recall type manufacturer issues), unserialized or items with removed serial numbers, ribbon mic elements and mic capsules, consoles, mixers, tape machines, power conditioners or voltage regulators and/or damage resulting from the use or misuse of such items, batteries, tubes, bulbs, losses incurred from loss of business, clients, down-time, profits or for personal inconveniences or expenses in travel, gas etc. loss from theft or loss from loss (you like that one?) control surfaces, speakers, cables and adapters, damage or defects normally covered or still covered by the manufacturers active warranty or 3rd party service plan, use of product for rentals or use by non-owner, losses from corrupted drives or data and losses, theft or damages caused by UFO's or apparitions, cold spots in the room etc. It was stated above, but it is worth stating again. Techno Empire will not be responsible for the improper use or incorrect voltage applied to electronics. If an item we sell to you is not rated for the voltage of your country, it is your responsibility to get the correct voltage transformer to operate the item correctly. Otherwise damage could result, of which we will not be held responsible. Warranties are non-transferable. Please see our RETURNS tab for additional details. PRIVACY We take your privacy and confidentiality seriously. Techno Empire will never sell your confidential information including email addresses and personal information to any other companies.
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SHIPPING DOMESTIC Brand NEW items for which we are an authorized dealer ship for FREE within the contiguous United States! USED items are subject to standard shipping charges as calculated for that individual item. All orders are handled within 1 business day of cleared payment. In the unusual circumstance that it takes longer, we will notify you with an email. Some larger items and freight shipments take longer than one day to process. USPS and FedEx Ground are our standard choice for shipments made in the Continental US and Canada. USPS is our standard method for all shipments made to Hawaii, Alaska, US territories and Military APO addresses. Additional shipping fees may apply to these areas, please inquire. Techno Empire does ship FREIGHT and can accommodate the crating and palletizing of most any size item. Please inquire for a special quote. Know that extra time is needed in preparing freight shipments. Express or overnight delivery on items is available upon request at an additional expense. All shipments are insured for their sale amount. Direct signature on packages is an option. If desired, please request signature delivery prior to shipment. Packages lost due to theft or loss are not the responsibility of Techno Empire Inc. Examine all boxes upon receipt by the carrier before acceptance. Carrier must note any damage to the box on a release form or you can refuse acceptance. Any items that you receive that have exterior damage to the box or damage to the item, or missing parts or accessories, please report this immediately to customer service at Techno Empire. Please keep all packing materials, accessories and merchandise tags for any item you want to report a claim. Techno Empire will not be responsible for denied insurance claims if any of the above terms are not met. Local pickup in Burbank is always free and welcome. Please contact us to coordinate a time that is good for you. INTERNATIONAL All orders are handled within 1 business day of cleared payment. In the unusual circumstance that it takes longer, we will notify you with an email. USPS Priority is our standard method for most shipments made Internationally. Express services are available for faster delivery at buyers expense. Please inquire before purchasing. FedEx Express and DHL are available for International packages exceeding USPS size limits for certain countries. Please inquire for rates if you do not get a rate from the calculator. All orders are shipped within 2 business days of receipt of cleared payment. In the unusual circumstance that it takes longer, we will notify you with an email. Import duties, tax charges, or any other destination fees besides direct shipping costs are not included in the product price or shipping charges. Import duties and taxes are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying. For International shipments, we cannot mark items as "GIFTS", they will be marked as "Merchandise". Insurance for the item will be based on the declared value of the item. No insurance claims will be made exceeding the value declared. Techno Empire will not be responsible for any packages that are lost, stolen, or damaged in International transit. Items that are un-collected from customs and returned to us are subject to a 15% restocking fee and no refund will be given on shipping charges. Specific shipping requests must be written in the "notes" section of the PayPal payment. Techno Empire can ship Sea or Air Cargo on very large and oversize items and can accommodate the crating and palletizing of most any items we carry. Please inquire for a special quote. Know that extra time is needed in preparing freight shipments. Local pickup in Burbank is always free and welcome. Please contact us to coordinate a time that is good for you.
RETURNS 100% SATISFACTION We very much appreciate having your confidence to make a purchase from us and we really want you to be happy. With that, we strive to do whatever it takes to make sure your transaction with us is fully positive. We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. For any issues or concerns you may have about your transaction and for fastest service, please use the contact us link above and we will address the situation with priority. NEW ITEMS RETURN POLICY If you are not completely happy with a new item that you have purchased, you can return it within 30 days of receipt. Returns on new items are subject to restocking fees if qualifications are not met (see qualifications below). Return shipping costs for new items are the responsibility of the buyer. Shipping and insurance costs are non-refundable. New items that are defective within 30 days of receipt can be returned for replacement, store credit or full refund. In this case we provide return shipping at our expense. Techno Empire will not reimburse customs, taxes or any other related fees or expenses for any returns. Regardless of any misrepresentations made or perceived to be made by Techno Empire. Returns have to be processed through several departments. Please understand that it takes 3-5 business days to complete your refund after receipt of the returned item. QUALIFICATIONS FOR NEW ITEM RETURNS: All new item returns must include everything that came with the original purchase and be in new condition. This includes all accessories, manuals, software, warranty cards, etc. and all original manufacturer packaging in NEW condition. Any item returned with missing or worn packaging, accessories or wear, damage, stains, defects, imperfections, smoke or pet odors or signs of use that make the item less than new are subject to reasonable devaluation fees to be deducted from the refund amount. All new item returns must receive an RMA number from us before it can be accepted for return. Return item must be repackaged for safe return with the same care and expertise in which you received it. Return items must be insured for at least the value of the item. Any losses incurred because of inadequate insurance will be subject to fees charged against the refund. TIPS TO AVOID "RESTOCKING FEES" ON NEW ITEMS When you receive the item, please don't tear into it like a heavily-caffeinated seven year old Edward Scissorhands on Christmas morning. Be mindful to open the package carefully using a sharp box cutter and observing not to tear up the sealed internal packaging also. For instance, if it is rack gear, we would recommend avoiding racking it until you were certain it was a "keeper". Thus preventing any possible "rack rash" or scratches. Although tempting, put down the extra sauce and cheese deep dish pizza that is dripping all over your leather vest and beard and be sure your hands are clean and dry before trying out your awesome new gear. Pet odors, cigarette and other smoke items can also affect the "newness" of your gear. Also, keep the gear away from your friend with the Billy Ray Cyrus mullet driving the Camaro. He's a good guy and he means well, but years of smoke tar and beer bongs have dulled his perceptions. So please use common sense and think in terms of preservation of the item until you are certain you are keeping it. Observation and application of these tips will help you avoid any restocking fees on new item returns. USED ITEMS RETURN POLICY We do our best to test each piece of gear and describe it as accurately as possible before listing it. We take lots of detailed photos so you can make the fairest evaluation of the item's physical condition using your own skilled observation; independent of our techs qualified, yet subjective, opinion. If you are unsure about the condition of any item, or need clarification, you are more than welcome to contact us to request more data or specific photos to satisfy any questions you might have. In the rare case that you receive an item that is not in the condition as shown in the photos or operating as described in the listing, you are welcome to return it for a full refund, store credit or exchange for a used item of equivalent value within 15 days of your receipt of the item, with free return shipping. We strongly suggest that you check your order after receiving it to be sure that it is in proper working order. Items purchased that are subject to buyers remorse or negligence can be returned for a refund within 15 days minus a minimal 15% restocking fee and minus shipping expenses. Items returned damaged, altered or in any way less than the condition you received it are the responsibility of the buyer. Devaluation from damages, costs of repairs or loss of value will be deducted from the refund in addition to the restocking fee. Items returned due to assumed defects because of buyer negligence, but found to be actually working or as described in the listing are subject to a 15% restocking fee and no refund on shipping expenses. For example, if you returned a guitar pedal or microphone because "it is not working", but it was found that you simply had plugged it in wrong. In this case, we will be glad to send the item back to you with instructions on correct usage, at your further expense for shipping. Techno Empire will not reimburse customs, taxes or any other related fees or expenses for any returns. Regardless of any misrepresentations made or perceived to be made by Techno Empire. All refunds have to go through several departments. Please allow 3-5 business days processing after we receive the item, before your refund, credit or exchange is issued. NON-RETURNABLE Items that have been tampered with, altered, modified or where item has been damaged because of buyer negligence, i.e., incorrect voltage, self-repair, exposure to extreme temperatures, moisture damage, or incorrect application, etc. Earphones, microphones or other items that have intimate mouth, face or body contact. Software, computer hardware, computer drives and other digital or media tape. Oversized or freight items. Items which are special orders, discontinued, close-outs, or "as-is" items are all non-returnable. Items that are listed as "not working", "for parts", or "as-is" do not have any warranty or guarantees and cannot be returned for a refund, credit or exchange of any kind. We do our best to fairly evaluate the condition of a non-working item and give an honest description of any symptoms. If there are any further conditions, missing parts, or dead-issues with the item that are not described in this type of listing, Techno Empire will not be held liable for it. CANCELLATIONS New and used items are subject to a 5% processing fee if cancelled before delivery. HOW TO RETURN YOUR ITEM Please contact customer service at our "contact us" link above so we can send you an RMA number and helpful return instructions. Prior authorization is required. All refunds have to go through several departments, once the item is received by us, so please allow 3-5 business days processing before your refund, credit or exchange is issued.