Use of a 110 VAC to 230 VAC Step-up Transformer for CD player.


What is the impact, if any, of  using a 110 VAC to 230 VAC step-up transformer,  to run a European CD player that is not readily available in 110 VAC in the US? The unit is not switchable between voltages. I am not conditioning my 110 VAC power currently. Is there anything I should be concerned about?
rmellor
I am trying to see if the manufacturer will sell me just the power supply, if that is all that needs to be changed. They are saying to send the unit to them and they will do it, but that will take weeks or months and add about another $800 - $100- to the cost, which I am trying to avoid. I hope that ypui are correct mgattmch. Thank you
Foreign units are more readily available and frequently at a lower cost. If sound quality will suffer I am not going to do it. That is what I am trying to understand the impact.
OP -

A lot of transformers are dual-voltage. A qualified tech may be able to re-wired it internally to switch for you.

If the CD player is made for Europe and the US this is very likely.

Best,

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