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Power an amp and component with batteries instead of direct outlet power?

Hi neighbors,

It is common for guitarists and bassists to use batteries in their effect pedals because the pedals sound quieter and easier on the ear.   

Why not connect several car batteries that are charged enough for 90 minutes and power a transformer with enough wattage for my entire audio rack?  Or buy a budget battery power rig designed to power music racks?

I've heard the difference and using battery power is better in effect pedals.
audibleaudio
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imhififan
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Jeff Rowland battery powered Amp
http://jeffrowlandgroup.com/kb/questions.php?questionid=153
Btw, transformer only works on AC, you can't use batteries to power a transformer!
audibleaudio OP
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Thanks for the lead! I was thinking power inverter, not transformer, oops.
sfall
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"It is common for guitarists and bassists to use batteries in their effect pedals because the pedals sound quieter and easier on the ear."

That's not true. Batteries are used in guitar effect pedals because they don't require a lot of power and make a big mess with cables. As the effects products get bigger and more professional, they don't use batteries.
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sbank
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Vinnie Rossi at Red Wine Audio / LIO and Veloce also focus on high end gear using battery power. Cheers,
Spencer
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