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Step Transformer for BAT VK150 m can it work

Hi there

I want to buy these BAT amps and can get a good deal in the US, where I am unfortunately not from so I have a voltage problem; I can send them to BAT to change the transformers but that is too expensive. Can a step up transformer work and if so do any of you have recommendations?

Thanks
willemanel

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albertporter
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I'm aware of that, it's typical for Hammond isolation transformer. Look at this link for explanation

http://www.hammondmfg.com/linadpt.htm

I did not use the adaptor as my turntable is a two wire (no separate ground) system.

Off the topic but related, I have no ground on any of my four VTL 750s, they sound better without. I cannot speak for BAT.
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What is the voltage where you plan on operating the (USA) BAT amps?
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Willemanel,

Having BAT swap transformers would be ideal, but this isolation transformer will operate the BAT, provided you choose the higher rating. Comments about 50/60 HZ are correct, I don't know if the BAT will operate at 50 HZ and be fine or not. My guess is it will, you have to decide how much you want to spend.

http://www.hammondmfg.com/289T.htm

I use this same transformer, except I bought the model that drops USA (125 V) down to Japan (100 V) for my turntable.

The highest rated isolation transformer on the page is about $430.00 at Electronic Depot. That's where I bought mine.
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