I need some help choosing an input transformer for my phono preamp and not familiar with what will work other than the Sowter 8055X. Can I get some suggestions on both old and new transformers choices? Thanks.
Saw this on eBay. Would these Altec 15095A transformers be ok?
Altec 15095A Mic Transformer Pair for MC Benz Micro Clearaudio Phono Cartridge | eBay
Altec 15095A Mic Transformer Pair for MC Benz Micro Clearaudio Phono Cartridge | eBay
Are you looking to step-up the voltage from a low output moving coil cartridge? If so which one?
I don't see the 8055X on the Sowter site so can't comment on it.
Go to the K&K Audio site for discussions on MC trannies.
Steve
I don't see the 8055X on the Sowter site so can't comment on it.
Go to the K&K Audio site for discussions on MC trannies.
Steve
Lundahl MC transformers are quite good, I have used a number of them, but you need to provide information on the cartridge you will be using with them.
I am partial to the LL1931 and LL1941 and use 1941s with my SPU A95.
Transformers – K & K Audio
Look at the MC Input transformer section. Kevin Carter is knowledgeable and helpful - a good and willing source of advice.
I am partial to the LL1931 and LL1941 and use 1941s with my SPU A95.
Transformers – K & K Audio
Look at the MC Input transformer section. Kevin Carter is knowledgeable and helpful - a good and willing source of advice.
I've used both Sowter and Cinemag -- too bad the last of the Cinemags for this project are gone.
Jensen JT44DX are $105 in single units, 20dB gain Moving Coil | Jensen Transformers
Jensen JT44DX are $105 in single units, 20dB gain Moving Coil | Jensen Transformers
Thanks to everyone who replied. I'll contact K & K as suggested. My main cartridge for the past 10 years is a Shelter 901 II MC. I also have an SL 20 E and a Clearaudio Stradivari arriving before Christmas. I don't see any suggestions for vintage transformers. Should they be avoided?
There are vintage types like the UTC HA-100X which are very good, but hideously expensive. I prefer the LL1941 to the 100X.
I have also had Partridge 977 and 973 which while nice were more than a bit euphonic.
The Cinemag 3440A may be a good match to the Shelter cartridge you have. I had a pair, but ended up preferring others.
I've also been down the solid state head amp path which did not work out for me.
I have omitted several other transformers because I no longer remember what they were.. LOL
I have also had Partridge 977 and 973 which while nice were more than a bit euphonic.
The Cinemag 3440A may be a good match to the Shelter cartridge you have. I had a pair, but ended up preferring others.
I've also been down the solid state head amp path which did not work out for me.
I have omitted several other transformers because I no longer remember what they were.. LOL
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