Does Step-up transformer affect the Sound Quality?


Hello,

I find an interesting DAC oversea, and want to use it at home. (US)

I’m wondering if using Step-down transformer affect Sound Quality.

Here are the specification.


1) DAC

- Power Supply: Factory set to either 100-120. 220-240V AC 50/60Hz

(It is set for 220-240V, with Type F consent type, widely used in Europe/Eastern Asia countries)

- Power Consumption: 6.5W typical, 50W maximum


2) Transformer (Step-up, right?)

So, I’m thinking about this Step up Transformer from Accupower.

https://acupwr.com/collections/step-up-use-220v-appliances-in-110v-countries/products/acupwr-au-500-500-watt-110-120-volts-to-220-240-volts-step-up-transformer

- 500W capacity for overkill.

- If you know any better company, please share. As far as I know this is the best quality I can get in the states.

My question is, can this transformer affect the sound quality? (In a bad way?)


(I know the voltage goes up and down from the plant to my home, still not sure using the relatively small transformer unit right before the unit... Can this create kind of noise?)

Do you have any experience?


Thank you! Happy holidays.





sangbro

Showing 1 response by sangbro

Thank you for the information.

DAC is from Chinese manufacturer. (I have a hunch that this company manufactures for big names)

Also, I find network streamer. I’ll ask if it’s internally switchable without a hassle.