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Thread: Tweaks--Need a New Transformer |
    
New member Username: Bssmith
Sydney,
Nsw
Post Number: 1
Registered: Feb-08
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| Posted on Tuesday, February 19, 2008 - 12:38 am: |
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I just arrived in Australia with my NAD C352 from North America. I have to replace the mains transformer so it will work here. Since I have to replace it anyway, can I improve the sound quality of the amp by replacing the transformer with something that has more volt amps? I was thinking of replacing the existing toroidal transformer with a custom wound one one that is 500va.
What sonic improvements might be possible.
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Platinum Member Username: Jan_b_vigne
Dallas,
TX
Post Number: 12281
Registered: May-04
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| Posted on Tuesday, February 19, 2008 - 09:39 am: |
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The transformer is simply one piece of the power supply and plays a rather minor role in overall sound quality. If you want to upgrade your sound quality, upgrade to better components rather than trying to design something you don't understand. |
New member Username: Bssmith
Sydney,
Nsw
Post Number: 2
Registered: Feb-08
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| Posted on Tuesday, February 19, 2008 - 03:16 pm: |
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Jan Vigne,
Thanks for the prompt response. I am replacing the transformer so the amp can function with the mains voltage and frequency here in Australia. My hope was that in the process, I could improve the sound from the amp and maybe begin a bit of a hobby at the same time. Any help you can offer would be appreciated.
Thanks,
bssmith |
Platinum Member Username: Jan_b_vigne
Dallas,
TX
Post Number: 12282
Registered: May-04
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| Posted on Tuesday, February 19, 2008 - 03:52 pm: |
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"My hope was that in the process, I could improve the sound from the amp and maybe begin a bit of a hobby at the same time.'
My answer stands regarding upgrading the transformer. I don't know what you mean by the other.
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