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Old 10th November 2006   #8
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We decided to use custom transformers (both input and output) that are made with the same bobbins, winding techniques, wire gauges, laminations, etc. as the original Marinairs. We have found that the inductance specs and consequently, low frequency distortion characteristics, more closely emulate those of the vintage transformers. These transformers are very high quality, custom wound and are in no way made "offshore".
What manufacturer are you using now for your transformers?... and how do you now that they're the same winding techniques as the original Marinairs...?

Also do you have any documentation that the Carnhills had coil inductance values that differed with the Marinairs?

I'm curious of the topic of L01166 transformers, and have done some testing of many of the different manufacturer's versions out there...
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