ngjockey
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| step down transformer recommendation 100v to 120v Multi-tap transformers of that size are rare. I would suggest something like a Signal DU-2 or DU-3, if you're willing to put it in an enclosure. They are quieter than most, are Q rated, and shielded. Either is capable of more amps than wall outlet... | |
| Am I defeating the benefit? First thing I would suggest is using the direct connections on the SFL. That bypasses the balance controls which can degrade. | |
| Balanced power compatabilty census In a DIY setup, I would suggest using a GFCI on the output. They work by comparing the hot to the "neutral" with a differential transformer (usually two). GFCI's are intended to protect people instead of equipment but, technically, the equipment w... | |
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| Balanced power compatabilty census Zaikesman - That's what I thought too and was surprised when it didn't work that way for everything. That's why I started this thread.Trust me, that 5KVA transformer is not starving anything for power. It is capable of sustained 20 amps in balance... | |
| How do you know if you need a power conditioner? I'll partially agree with Albertporter about conditioners as many just compress the sound. I have not tried regenerators such as PS Audio so I can't comment on them. I have used transformers in isolation and balanced setups that have given mixed r... | |
| Is Apogee in a class by itself among planars? Yes, but they're not the best. | |
| No way,No how,Never will... http://cgi.ebay.com/GE-9T51B0012-Type-QB-Dry-2-KVA-60-HZ-Transformer_W0QQitemZ7554498086QQcategoryZ42881QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemNo connection to above. Used as example. Would recommend larger for amp.Balanced: Derate by half. Connect 120V as 240V, acc... | |
| CLASS A AMPLIFIERS Even 25 watts of class A will run quite warm. If you want to check if your amp is class A, rig up an ammeter onto the power. While playing music at increasing volumes, when the dial/readout starts to oscillate, that's when it kicks into A/B. For t... | |
| CLASS A AMPLIFIERS Those are all excellent answers but if you want to know how they sound different, visit a Plinius dealer as some of them are switchable between class A and A/B. | |
| isolation transformer Excuse late response. Just been browing around an found this.Beowulf, what you're looking for is a Q-rated transformer. GE made several such as my 5KVA 9T21B1004G2, which is silent. That is an industrial, general purpose and very heavy transformer... | |
| How much does your system retail for? 40k, give or take. Stereo only. Mostly in the speakers. Spent around 10k. Almost there. | |
| is it sacrilege? Ya know, everytime I see someone selling their big speakers because the wife says, "Either they go or I do", I get a mental image of a guy saying, "Let me think about that".Would it be bigamy to marry the speakers? | |
| whats it worth? I'll offer 5 bucks if you include shipping. | |
| Balanced and Unbalanced outputs There is some risk with some circuits (not sure about the Krell) that by using both XLR and RCA can mess up the CMMR. This can be noisier but not damaging. Try it and see. |