This booster transformer is ideal for combination with all Shelter MC phono cartridges. It boosts the music signal from the MC phono cartridge without adding extra color. There are no noticeable scratches on the exterior. Serial 4857 (Satoshi Yoneshima)
Maintenance Information: 2022.10.14 Operation confirmed
Accessories: instruction manual, original box
Main specifications: input impedance 15 ohms or less (maximum 25 ohms) output impedance 47 kΩ boost ratio 32 dB W142 x H66 x D106 mm 1 kg
The price has been reduced. A 618B reprinted replica model by Western Lab with a sales price of 128,000 yen on 2010/10/12. It is nicely casing in a Western Lab chassis. It is energetic and has a wide range, and it handles all sauces evenly. There is overall dullness (Fujisawa Yukishi)
Maintenance Information: 2022.10.12 Operation confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: W175 × H92 × D164 mm
The price has been reduced. 2022 10/1 sales price 39,800 yen*6 month warranty. Phasemation MC step-up transformer It is the successor to the company's standard model T-3. It features a structure that thoroughly eliminates magnetic noise, and the smooth mid-high range with a high sense of SNR is attractive. There is a slight feeling of use, such as minor bruises and dullness. Serial T31310057 (Itsuro Mizushima)
Maintenance information: 2022.10.1 operation confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: Compatible cartridge 1.5 to 40 ohms boost ratio 26 dB frequency characteristic 10 to 50 kHz W136 x H88 x D128 mm 1.2 kg
※Since it is inexpensive, it is sold as is. Maintained! A booster transformer that can switch between 30Ω and MM, sold for Victor cartridges MC1 and MC2E. It is a sound character that extends naturally in the mid-high range. Dullness over time and a feeling of use can be seen (Murakoshi Yoichi)
Maintenance information: 2022.6.6 maintenance (contact surface polishing, anti-oxidation treatment, contact resistance less than 0.1 ohm between contacts. CA exam.)
Accessories: none
Main specifications: input impedance 20 to 40 ohms (optimal 30 ohms) boost ratio 10 times W100 x H53 x D169 mm 730 g
A classic MC step-up transformer. With 2 input systems, an impedance of 3.40 ohms switchable, and a PASS line, you can freely enjoy various cartridges and tone arms. There are dents on the front corner and small scratches on the top plate (Oikawa Tetsuji)
Maintenance Information: 2022.9.23 Operation confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: standard MC step-up transformer. With 2 input systems, an impedance of 3.40 ohms switchable, and a PASS line, you can freely enjoy various cartridges and tone arms. There are scratches, dullness, etc., and it is appropriate for the year (Oikawa Tetsuji)
It is an ultra-heavyweight MC step-up transformer that is compatible with multiple input impedances and is used for lumps of iron. It has a silky, smooth sound, and is a convincing gem with a sense of strength and thickness. There is paint peeling and small scratches (Oikawa Tetsuji)
Maintenance Information: 2022.9.18 Operation confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: primary impedance 3ω/20ω/40Ω load resistance 47kΩ boost ratio 34dB (3Ω) /26dB (20Ω) /23dB (40Ω) frequency characteristic 5 to 80,000 Hz dimensions W204 × H81 x D153 mm weight 8.0 kg
The price has been reduced. 2022 9/17 Sales price 128,000 yen This transformer has been improved to the HI-PC core material with excellent initial magnetization characteristics, drastic improvements in internal loss, and special impregnation treatment to improve the instantaneous power and power of the reproduced sound. The exterior is dull and has a feeling of use (Kobayashi Hitoshi)
Maintenance Information: 2022.9.17 Operation confirmed
Accessories: instruction manual, original box
Main specifications: impedance 1 to 10 ohms load impedance 47 kΩ boost ratio 20 dB (3 ω/47 kω/1 kHz) W160 × H73 × D128 mm
An MC step-up transformer loaded with a transformer, a low-impedance model jointly developed with Tamura. Adopts a completely independent structure on the left and right sides, including the ground system. The best model for orthophone MC cartridges. The exterior has dullness and small scratches. Serial 2284 (Kanai Hidetsugu)
Maintenance information: 2022.9.4 Sound output confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: Primary impedance 3Ω Secondary impedance 2KΩ Boost ratio 25.8 times W174 × H125 × D121 mm 2.5 kg
MC step-up transformer by PEERLESS, produced by Western Sound Ink. It has a good omission that seems to be piercing, and the smooth and fresh tone is excellent. It makes music of all genres sound in an attractive tone. The exterior has corrosion and dullness due to aging (Satoshi Yonejima)
Maintenance information: 2022.9.5 Operation confirmed
Accessories: No accessories
Main specifications: Input impedance 38Ω Output impedance 50kΩ W60×H80×D200mm Approx. 0.5kg
The price has been reduced! 2022/8/21 selling price 39,800 yen Phasemation's MC step-up transformer. It is the successor to the company's classic model T-3. It features a structure that thoroughly eliminates magnetic noise, and the smooth mid-high range with a high sense of SN is attractive. The exterior is in good condition with no noticeable scratches (Satoshi Yonejima)
Maintenance information: 2022.8.21 operation confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: Compatible cartridge 1.5 to 40 Ω Boost ratio 26 dB Frequency characteristic 10 to 50 kHz W136 × H88 × D128 mm 1.2 kg
The price has been drastically reduced. 2022/8/12 Selling price 128,000 yen* Something like a bond adheres to the area around the transformer, and lead is attached to the inside. A step-up transformer cased by Audionix using a transformer from Partridge, a prestigious transformer manufacturer in England. It has a natural band balance and a sense of intonation, and a pleasant to the touch tone is attractive. It is compatible with High40ω/Low3Ω by replacing the cable to avoid sound quality deterioration due to switches, etc. The exterior is painted off in the upper right corner of the back, and there is dullness throughout (Yoichi Murakoshi)
Maintenance information: 2022.8.12 Sound output confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: Input impedance 3ω/40Ω switching boost ratio 35dB frequency band 20-50,000 Hz load resistance 47kΩ size W165 × H120 × D100mm weight 2.8 kg
Hiphonic step-up transformer for MC. It is a type that can be switched between low and high. A rare transformer with a delicate and neutral character. It is easy to use and suitable as an introduction (Shota Sasaki)
Maintenance information: 2022.8.14 Sound output operation confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: Input impedance 3 to 40 Ω Output impedance 50,000 Ω Boost ratio 1:50/1:20 Frequency characteristics 10 to 40 kHz W140 × H40 × D160 mm Weight 792 g
A popular model of MC step-up transformer. In addition to switching the primary impedance of 3, 6, 12, 24, 48 ohms, it can be bypassed, and it is easy to use. The sound is rich and powerful, and it is a trance that can be seen for its high ability. There is some play in the impedance switching SW, but it is the current situation (Itsuro Mizushima)
Maintenance information: 2022.8.11 operation confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: Boost ratio 3ω・32dB, 6ω・29dB, 12ω・26dB, 24ω・23dB, 48ω・20dB Playback frequency band 4Hz to 120kHz W80 × H40 × D150mm 761g
* Currently sold item. Entry class step-up transformer. It has a tasteful flavor with a sense of temperature inherited from advanced models. This is one that the long-established orthophone proposes for the modern analog scene (Itsuro Mizushima)
Maintenance information: 2022.8.8 operation confirmed
Accessories: instruction manual, original box
Main specifications: Input impedance 2Ω ~ 6Ω Boost ratio 27dB (47kω/1kHz) Load impedance 47KΩ Frequency characteristics 10-100kHz Channel balance 0.5dB Channel separation Shion 90dB W66×H37×D95mm 400g
* Currently sold item. The final model of the DENON step-up transformer that employs all LC-OFC lines. It is small and reasonably priced, yet has a high S/N and clear sound. It is a versatile type compatible with various cartridges of 3 to 40 Ω (Shota Sasaki)
Maintenance info: 2022.7.29 Operation confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: All LC-OFC wire adopted LR independent permalloy double shielded compatible cartridge impedance 3 to 40 Ω boost ratio 1:10 frequency characteristic 20Hz to 50kHz W50 × H37 × D110mm 260g
This is the MC step-up transformer MK10T by Signet. This is an overseas model of Audio-Technica's MC step-up transformer AT-630. Despite its small size, it is a high-performance model that reduces induced noise with permalloy triple shielding and eliminates signal deterioration due to input impedance switching, and has specifications compatible with the company's AT32 series and AT33 series It's there. Dullness, scratches, rust floats, etc. can be seen (Daiki Goto)
Maintenance info: 2022.7.14 Operation confirmed
Accessories: none
Main Specifications: Input Impedance 18Ω Load Impedance 47kΩ Frequency Characteristics 15-100,000 Hz Weight 230g
A self-made step-up transformer incorporating Sansui's MC step-up transformer, A-603. It's a light and comfortable sound with extrusion. The MC can be switched between LOW/HIGH (Yosuke Kojima)
Accessories: none
Main specifications: W190 × H68 × D155 mm 600 g
This step-up transformer is ideal for SPU, etc. The MC transformer with excellent thickness and sense of energy brings out the characteristics of the cartridge to the fullest. The exterior is dull (Satoshi Yonejima)
Maintenance information: 2022.7.21 operation confirmed
Accessories: No accessories
Main specifications: Input impedance 2 to 6 Ω Boost ratio 28 dB Load impedance 47 kΩ or more Channel separation 80 dB (1 kHz) Dimensions W80 × H40 × D128 mm Weight 400 g
MC transformer optimized for EMT TSD-15/XSD-15 When combined with TSD-15/XSD-15, the mid-low range tone is darker, and you can enjoy a clear sound (Tetsuji Oikawa)
Maintenance information: 2022.7.16 Operation confirmed
Accessories: Instruction manual
Main specifications: Boost ratio 1:10 W95 × H57 × D120 mm
MC step-up transformer casing the input transformer 113W66 of Chicago GRAMER, a UTC related brand. It is the same product as UTC's C-2080, and the gorgeous sound makes a good impression. 100Ω: 100kΩ
Maintenance information: 2022.7.5 Sound output confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: Impedance 1st 100ω/2 100kΩ Frequency characteristics 50-10kHz W140 × H105 × D170mm
Maintenance has been completed! A step-up transformer for MC using TH-7559 made by Partridge, a prestigious British transformer manufacturer, can be switched between low and high. You can enjoy a crisp, hard sound. It is perfect for Denon's DL103 series and Orthophone's MC series. The appearance is rusty, there is a feeling of use due to aging such as scratches and dullness. * The bottom plate is attached to the one I made myself. (Asaine Tomoho)
Maintenance information: 2022.7.8 Maintained (contact correction oil spray coating marks inside the frame ground line transformer → oil decomposition cleaning by organic dissolution, on the disassembly of two rotary switches (Polishing of contact components, antioxidant treatment Transformer output physical characteristics confirmed at 47kΩ constant load, frequency characteristics confirmed)
Accessories: none
Main specifications: Input 2 systems Input impedance PASS/LOW/3ω/High/32Ω Switching size Actual measurement W150 × H99 × D113 mm Weight actual measurement 845 g
Low impedance MC step-up transformer ideal for MC20 etc. with low output. It can also be matched with SPU, etc. The thick middle range is excellent for hearing. The input/output is one system, but it can be bypassed, so it is a convenient design that can be used by switching between both MM/MC. There is a feeling of use such as scratches on the front panel and rust on the rear panel (Itsuro Mizushima)
Maintenance information: 2022.7.8 operation confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: Boost ratio 32dB (3Ω) primary impedance 2-4Ω toroidal transformer external dimensions W80 × H40 × D130mm dead weight 600g
An easy-to-use Antray step-up transformer that can be selected from 3 input systems and 3 types of impedance other than PASS. It is simple and careful, and it lifts it obediently and firmly with well-balanced and precise sound quality (Fujisawa Yukishi)
Maintenance info: 2022.7.7 operation confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: Primary impedance 3/10/40 ohms switching bypass possible input 3 systems W130 × H70 × D186 mm 2 kg
An MC step-up transformer casing a transformer 3A55 by DUKANE, which is familiar with Western power amplifiers of KS part number. It is a popular model compared to the WE618B. The gain is a little low, but the soft sound with a sense of fulfillment in the middle range is attractive (Yoichi Murakoshi)
Maintenance information: 2022.7.6 Sound output confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: primary 75Ω, 150Ω, secondary 30kΩ, W150 × H130 × D160mm
MC step-up transformer dedicated to EMT's XSD15/TSD15. The thickness and fineness of the middle range are excellent. The exterior is dirty and dull (Yoichi Murakoshi)
Maintenance information: 2022.7.3 Sound output confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: 927Dst/930Dst built-in transformer use Primary impedance 85 to 175 Ω Secondary 10 kΩ Boost ratio 1:10 W123 × H39 × D63mm 240g
Orthophone step-up transformer T-1000. Equipped with a floating input circuit inherited from the T100. Low distortion and low loss are achieved by adopting a high-performance custom-made core material. The degree is generally good (Yoichi Murakoshi)
Maintenance information: 2022.6.26 Sound output confirmed
Accessories: original box
Main specifications: Boost ratio 26dB Input impedance 2Ω to 6Ω Load impedance 47KΩ Frequency characteristics: 10Hz to 100kHz W120 × H68 × D150mm 1.8kg
*6-month warranty. Comes with original box. Phasemation's MC step-up transformer. It is the successor to the company's classic model T-3. It features a structure that thoroughly eliminates magnetic noise, and the smooth mid-high range with a high sense of SN is attractive. It is in good condition with no noticeable scratches (Oikawa Tetsuji)
Maintenance information: 2022.7.2 Operation confirmed
Accessories: original box
Main specifications: Compatible cartridge 1.5 to 40 Ω Boost ratio 26 dB Frequency characteristic 10 to 50 kHz W136 × H88 × D128 mm 1.2 kg
MC step-up transformer It features a body structure that thoroughly eliminates magnetic noise. The sound is fresh and smooth. The range is wide and relaxed, and the sound quality is elegant. The appearance is dull. Serial T30901096 (Satoshi Yonejima)
Maintenance information: 2022.7.3 operation confirmed
Accessories: instruction manual, original box
Main specifications: Compatible cartridge impedance 1.5 to 40 Ω Load impedance 47 kΩ Boost ratio 26 dB W133 × H85 × 129 mm 1 kg
This is a step-up transformer (Type H version) for FR MC cartridges. There is a sense of clarity, and the crisp, straight sound is attractive. As for the exterior, there are small scratches and paint marks on the top plate. Serial 092083 (Satoshi Yonejima)
Maintenance information: 2022.6.26 Operation confirmed
Accessories: No accessories
Main specifications: Boost ratio 25dB Frequency characteristic 5~50,000 Hz Input impedance 19-40Ω W158×H60×D120mm 2.1kg
A model that follows the numerous know-how cultivated in the high-end model T-550 and refined the sound quality. Equipped with MM/MC switching SW, making it easier to use. Uses the same 10mm thick aluminum slant panel as the T-550, and the sound is clear and high-resolution without fogging (Itsuro Mizushima)
Maintenance information: 2022.6.27 operation confirmed
Accessories: instruction manual, original box
Main specifications: Usable cartridge output impedance 1.5 to 40 Ω Load impedance 47 kΩ Boost ratio (voltage gain) 26dB W136 × H92 × D134 mm 1.3 kg
The price has been drastically reduced! 2022/5/25 Sales price 59,800 yen A top-grade step-up transformer from the domestic brand ENTRE, which continued to release high-quality cartridges and transformers through the 70s and 80s. With a punchy and deep sound quality, you can feel the power unique to the analog heyday. On the appearance, there are some characters disappearing and scratches. (Kimiya Miura)
Maintenance Information: 2022.5.25 Operation confirmed
Accessories: No accessories
Main specifications: Primary impedance 3/40Ω Secondary impedance 4kΩ Load resistance 47kΩ Boost ratio 36dB (3Ω) /30dB (40Ω) Size W161 × H77 × D140mm Weight 2.2 kg
A classic MC step-up transformer. With 2 input systems, impedance 3.40 ohm switchable, and a PASS line, you can freely enjoy various cartridges and tone arms. There are scratches, dullness, etc., and it is appropriate for the year (Oikawa Tetsuji)
Maintenance information: 2022.6.19 operation confirmed
Accessories: None
Main specifications: MC boost transformer input 2 systems switchable Primary impedance 40Ω/3Ω switching Secondary impedance 4kΩ Boost ratio 1:10 Frequency characteristic 10Hz to 100kHz W97 × H65 × D155mm 800g
* There is paint peeling, rust floating, and packing deterioration at the base of the cable, so it is inexpensive. MC step-up transformer optimized for SPU. The sound that is slightly distorted by a small transformer embodies splendid music playback by connecting the SPU (Tetsuji Oikawa)
Maintenance Information: 2022.6.15 Operation confirmed
Accessories: None
Main specifications: Input impedance 2Ω to 3Ω boost ratio 60 times weight 70g
This step-up transformer is ideal for SPUs, etc. The MC transformer is excellent in thickness and energy, and brings out the characteristics of cartridges to the fullest. There is dullness on the main unit (Oikawa Tetsuji)
Maintenance Information: 2022.6.12 Operation confirmed
Accessories: None
Main specifications: Input impedance 2 to 6 Ω Boost ratio 28 dB Load impedance 47kΩ or more Channel separation 80dB (1kHz) Dimensions W80 × H40 × D128mm Weight 400g
* Since it is cheap, it will be sold as it is. It's been maintained! A step-up transformer that can switch between 30 Ω and MM 2, which was released for Victor's cartridges MC1 and MC2E. It is a sound character whose mid-high range extends naturally. You can see dullness and feeling of use over time (Yoichi Murakoshi)
Maintenance Information: 2022.6.6 Maintenance (contact surface polishing, anti-oxidation treatment, contact resistance between contacts 0.1Ω or less. (CA exam.)
Accessories: None
Main specifications: Input impedance 20 to 40 Ω (optimum 30 Ω) boost ratio 10 times W 100 × H53 × D169 mm 730 g
MC step-up transformer diverted from a transformer equipped with an ALTEC 1567A mixing amplifier. Commonly known as mint candy. The thickness and power of the sound, and the exquisite sense of tone are also popular gems. On the appearance, there are some small scratches and oxidation on the transformer. (Kimiya Miura)
Maintenance information: 2022.6.8 operation confirmed
Accessories: No accessories
Main specifications: W140 ✕ H93d100mm Weight 523g
A classic MC step-up transformer. With 2 input systems, impedance 3.40 ohm switchable, and a PASS line, you can freely enjoy various cartridges and tone arms. The appearance is dull. (Kimiya Miura)
Maintenance information: 2022.6.8 operation confirmed
Accessories: No accessories
Main specifications: MC boost transformer input 2 systems switchable Primary impedance 40Ω/3Ω switching Secondary impedance 4kΩ Boost ratio 1:10 Frequency characteristic 10Hz to 100kHz W97 × H65 × D155mm 800g
MC step-up transformer for low impedance ideal for MC20 with low output etc. It can also be matched to SPUs, etc. The thick middle range is excellent for listening. Input/output is one system, but since it can be bypassed, it is a convenient design that can be used by switching both MM/MC (Yoichi Murakoshi)
Maintenance information: 2022.6.5 sound confirmed
Accessories: None
Main specifications: boost ratio 32dB (3Ω) primary impedance 2-4Ω toroidal transformer external dimensions W80 × H40 × D130mm dead weight 600g
MC step-up transformer diverted from a transformer equipped with an ALTEC 1567A mixing amplifier. Commonly known as mint candy. The thickness and power of the sound, and the exquisite sense of tone are also popular gems. There is some color peeling and rubbing on the label, and one screw on the side is missing. It will be handed over as it is (Oikawa Tetsuji)
Maintenance Information: 2022.5.29 Operation confirmed
Accessories: None
Main specifications: W132 × H86 × D92 mm 380g (actual measurement)
MC transformer using STANLEY TF-1A-10-YY It seems to be the same standard product of UTC C-2080. A mellow and bold tone (Oikawa Tetsuji)
Maintenance Information: 2022.5.29 Operation confirmed
Accessories: None
Main specifications: MC transformer boost ratio 1:35 Input 100Ω Output 100kΩ W151 × H120 × D112mm (actual measurement)
Step-up transformer for MC cartridges It is a model that is the culmination of orthophone transformer technology. Scratches on the lower part of the front are noticeable (Fujisawa Koshi)
Maintenance Information: 2022.5.25 Operation confirmed
Accessories: None
Main specifications: Input impedance 2 to 6 Ω boost ratio 26dB W140 × H86 × D102 mm 1.3 kg
* Currently sold products. The final model of the DENON step-up transformer using all LC-OFC lines. Small and reasonable, yet clear sound with high S/N. It is a versatile type compatible with various cartridges from 3 to 40 ohms. The appearance has a feeling of use such as dullness. (Tomoho Asaine)
Maintenance Information: 2022.5.21 Operation confirmed
Accessories: None
Main specifications: All LC-OFC lines adopted LR independent permalloy double shield compatible cartridge impedance 3 to 40 Ω boost ratio 1:10 frequency characteristic 20 Hz to 50 kHz W50 × H37 × D110mm 260g
* Currently sold products. The final model of the DENON step-up transformer using all LC-OFC lines. Small and reasonable, yet clear sound with high S/N. It is a versatile type compatible with various cartridges from 3 to 40 ohms. The appearance is scratched on the top plate (Kimiya Miura)
Maintenance Information: 2022.5.22 Operation confirmed
Accessories: original box
Main specifications: All LC-OFC lines adopted LR independent permalloy double shield compatible cartridge impedance 3 to 40 Ω boost ratio 1:10 frequency characteristic 20 Hz to 50 kHz W50 × H37 × D110mm 260g
Lux MC step-up transformer The AD8000 adapter (sold separately) can be used for regular amplifiers and equalizers. It is for low impedance (1.5 to 3 Ω) (Yoichi Murakoshi)
Maintenance information: 2022.5.14 sound confirmed
Accessories: None
Main specifications: Supported impedance: 3 to 40 Ω Frequency characteristics: 15 Hz to 100,000 Hz Boost ratio: 1:10 .5
* Currently sold products. FR's MC step-up transformer using a toroidal core. Create a natural sound that makes it easy to understand the characteristics of cartridges. In addition to switching impedance of 10 to 30 ohms, there is also a bypass position, so it can be used for a variety of cartridges without taking up space. The state of the appearance has small scratches and dullness over time. (Yuki Yamato)
Maintenance information: 2021.12.21 operation confirmed
Accessories: None
Main specifications: Impedance 10Ω/30Ω/PASS Playback frequency band 20Hz to 30kHz W64 × H64 × D105 mm Approx. 455g
* Currently sold products. A limited edition model commemorating the 15th anniversary of the famous machine DL-103 cartridge. It is a step-up transformer that was sold as a set as the DL-103 T2 at the time, and it has a solid skeleton and a thick sound. There are dullness and small wounds (Sasaki Shota)
Maintenance information: 2022.5.16 sound output operation confirmed
Accessories: none
Main specifications: Frequency band 20Hz to 70kHz 40Ω crosstalk 60dB or more W92 × H55 × D145mm 720g