Re: [AH] Looking for an OB-8, OB-SX, or OB-XA power transformer

From Brian Willoughby
Sent Wed, Sep 26th 2018, 08:22

Very nice!

On Sep 26, 2018, at 1:20 AM, Oakley Sound via analogue =
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> I replaced my dead transformer in my OB-Sx with two toroids, one for =
the +/-15V and one for the +/-5V. Fitted nicely (in the OB-Sx) and =
doesn't hum like the original used to do.
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> I ditched the voltage selector switch on the back and added an rear =
mounted fuse holder. Supply voltage can still be selected by moving =
wires around on the Wago block I added to neatly and safely distribute =
the mains to both transformers.
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http://www.muffwiggler.com/forum/userpix2/650_wp_20180605_16_06_51_pro_1.j=
pg
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> It's not as easy as using a direct replacement but it's another option =
if you don't mind a bit of hacking and are happy with mains wiring.
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> Tony
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> www.oakleysound.com
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