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Voltage Modification on Japanese units

Hi,

I have done fair amount of research on the voltage modification on Japanese units from 110 or 100 to 220 / 230. The "technically qualified" people say - if correctly done - this does NOT have any effect on the sound quality. 

Take the case of Accuphase or Luxman - there are people who would provides warranty  for these items if purchased from them in Japan - they will of course modify the "internal" switch or jumpers or and fuse - 

Where can one get more "authentic" info on this please ? Could you - people who actually have done this and are using such units - share your experience please ?

Clearly the US distributors are pricing it very high...

Thanks
panchodxb

Showing 1 response by erik_squires

erik_squires
16,644 posts
 
Depends on the kit.

With a lot of kit, the same transformer could be used for 100 V and 220 V depending on the wiring. This was a money/time saving thing for the manufacturer. Better to order 1 transformer that could do both than 2 different models.

Each configuration requires a different fuse however. Make sure you adjust accordingly.

Not all gear was made this way.

Best,
E
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