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RE: Favorite output transformers?

A month ago a couple buddies and I ran listening tests with a SE 45 amp and different 3k OPT's. There was a pair of James, the Hammond's you have and Electra Prints. The guy is a EE and rigged up a switching device with relays so we could A/B two different transformers with a push of the button.

Our experience was interesting and it was very system dependent. I'm running Altec 755A's crossed at 80Hz to subs and in my system, the Electra Print's were the clear winners. My buddy has Altec Model 19's and in his system, the Hammonds had better highs and the James, better bass. They preferred both over the Electra Prints to their ears in that system.

My thought is, if the Hammond sounds good to you, in your system then keep them and bank the cash!


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