Step down transformer for a turntable

When I bought my Denon DP-80 back in the late '70s, it was supplied with a Denon branded step down transformer. It worked fine.

A small decent transformer (nothing big or expensive, just avoid cheap) is all that is needed, no hum, absolutely transparent. (I use Amazon because easy return IF ...)

My only concern is to forget my JVC TT81 is 100 v, and forgetting to put the transformer in line somewhere. My memory sucks.

plugging 100v TT directly to 120v. Anyone know if that just wont work properly, or if serious to avoid as damage likely?

No problem at all.  Oversize the current or power required by 2x is all you need.

On the other hand, if it uses a separate DC power supply you may be better off just buying a local replacement.

Dear @audioag90 :  Like   @cleeds  I own the Denon DP 80 and runs excellent, so go a head with out have any single concern about.

Regards and enjoy the MUSIC NOT DISTORTIONS,

R.

Step down fine. With a high torque DD startup like a DP-75 or 80, i would oversize beyond 2x, but i’m a belt and suspenders kind of guy. 2x is probably good advice.

With the DP series tables it also pays to look under the hood - pull the platter and look for a multi market voltage switch… many of the tables were built this way…i have 1 that came from Italy… the internal  transformer has a lot of voltage pick offs to the switch. In certain markets, as is the case with my New Zealand DP-75, the switch is there but covered by the sheet metal platter bowl. Remove the motor cover to access the switch,

jim