We design our consoles with industrial components to provide a long service life. Over ten years of use is not uncommon. Of course, the use of the device can change the anticipated service life – the wear and tear that a device sees on a tour that changes venues daily will be much different than a device that has remained in a single control booth throughout its service life. Periodic cleaning and maintenance also play a part in expected service life.
We design our consoles with industrial components to provide a long service life. Over ten years of use is not uncommon. Of course, the use of the device can change the anticipated service life – the wear and tear that a device sees on a tour that changes venues daily will be much different than a device that has remained in a single control booth throughout its service life. Periodic cleaning and maintenance also play a part in expected service life.
I don't see any reason why it can't be fixed if it does break.
Much like my grandfather's axe (The handle wore out so I replaced the handle. Then the head wore out so I replaced the head.)
