Transformer hum?


I have four different items in my system that use
transformers. Levinson 436 monoblocks, a Balanced
Power Technologies BP-3.5 AC Conditioner, an Anthem MCA-50 multichannel amplifier, and a
Monitor Audio FB210 Subwoofer. All of them are
emitting a low level hum except one of the Levinson
Monos. When I plug anything into the AC conditioner,
the hum gets a tiny bit louder. In the evening, with no music playing, I can hear the humming from my listening position. With music playing, the system sounds fantastic, but I've got to think it would sound better if I could get rid of this hum. It is driving me batty.

What have I got and how do I fix it?
rsbeck

Showing 2 responses by audioch

Try taking the Anthem completely out of the system. They are notorious for ground loop problems.
To see if the dimmer switch is the cause, go to your AC panel and find the circuit that the dimmer is on and turn that circuit off. If the hum is gone--there is your problem--if not look elsewhere.