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120 or 240 AC current, Which one do you like best?

All of my gear (Linn) can be operated at either 120 or 240
volts. Would like to know which one is better in terms of
noise, voltage drop, stability, etc. I once heard a main frame computer instaler say that noise from a 240 V. outlet was lower due to cancellation from the two hot lines. I have asked several other people on this matter but have gotten all kind of stories.I am in the process of installing dedicated lines, 10 AWG wires with isolated ground. Any help or technical information will be very much apreciated. Thanks.
hepl

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stehno
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I've never listened to a 240 conversion, but I would really like to one day. Supposedly lowered AC noise and a more pristine sound and greater sense of relaxed or effortless presentation are some of the effects of going to balanced power.

You may be able to simply switch your components internally from 115v to 230v either by an internal switch or by perhaps a simple splicing and reconnection of a couple of wires. You may be able to obtain instructions and/or schematics from the mfg'erers of your components.

But I believe good line conditioners would still be required to complete the project.

-IMO
stehno
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Hepl, unless you are an electrician or really, really know what you are doing, I would suggest hiring an electrician to install your 230v circuits, breakers, and lines.

-IMO
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