Exchange or Repair

[dickrichards]

Hello everybody,
I'm new to this forum as well as piano.
I would like some opinions in regards to my situation.
Three weeks ago I purchased a Casio AP-500 Digital Piano.  I am satisfied with the sound and I love the feel.
A few days ago, a crackling static sound starting coming from the speakers.  At first I thought it was a loose speaker connection, but the same sounds were present while using the head-set.  The sound is intermittent.  It happens regardless of volume level.
Should I exchange it for a new one or should I have it repaired?
What would you do?

Thanks in advance for your advise,
Richard

[Bob]

Exchange it for new while it's under warranty.  Let them deal with it. 

[dickrichards]

Thanks for the input Bob.
I will follow your advise.
Thanks,
Richard

[Bob]

It's tough with electronics. 

You might want to get a good surge protector and unplug the whole thing when you're not using it.  Prevent things from getting fried.

[gyzzzmo]

If you bought a new one, i'd go back to the dealer where you got it from and try getting a new one

[dickrichards]

It was actually plugged in to a very expensive surge protector.
I will try to return the piano today.
Thanks.