# Dr. Fuss Simply Round Stereo Amplifier – For Parts
Dr. Fuss amplifiers are niche German designs with a modest collector following; clean used examples typically trade EUR 140–280, making the EUR 211 median a solid reference point. At EUR 74 for a defective unit, you're paying roughly one-third of fair working condition pricing, which is reasonable for parts-out or repair work—assuming the transformer and output stage justify salvage value. The discount reflects genuine fault, not a steal, so temper expectations about what's actually repairable inside.
Before committing, confirm the specific failure: does it power up at all, or is it completely dead? Verify the transformer isn't burned or shorted (smell test, visual inspection). Check whether all tubes are present and whether the seller can identify which stage failed. These amps can suffer from aging electrolytic capacitors and tube bias drift, both fixable but labor-intensive. If you're sourcing it purely for parts, weigh the cost of shipping against the resale value of usable transformers or output tubes.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.