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Do you like to use AC filter or ISO transformer?

Hi folks, I'm curious whether you are using AC mains filter or isolation transformer for the digital gear. Do they always give better sound? In my case, I'm using a 1000VA Tamradio isolation transformer for the DAC with good results (fuller midrange, more air and detail, more analog sounding). The strange thing is: when using an isolation transformer for the CD-transport the sound is becoming too detached and some of the involvement is missing. Could you explain this phenomenon?

Chris
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darkmoebius
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That's odd, to say the least. The only time I've ever heard of an Iso tran affecting sound negatively is when it was current limiting an amplifier. Since a source barely draws any current, that should be a probelm.

I use 4 industrial 2.4kVA Topaz Ultra-Isolators wired for balanced power(yields 1.2kVA). One for each amp and one for sources. Music is even more involving with the background noise gone, everything is much more vivid and bold. Seems like the seperation between notes is greater.
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