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That is good to know!
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One big issue is the difference in voltage. You can buy a voltage converter but I don't trust those things. I mean we invest in expensive power cords, surge protectors, etc. Why on earth would we plug into a cheap voltage converter? Not me.
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Seriously, cheap voltage converters are for things like blow dryers not super expensive amps. Just no, no, no, no...lol.
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In the vintage units I own and opened (1983-1995) there are some plugs and you need to change their order to choose voltage. The various options are indicated with a label nearby. You also need to change the fuse I you go from 100-110V to 220-240V.
In newer units I read there is no indication. In contemporary units some soldering is required, because you don't have the plugs. Also no indication inside. Regarding the tech, I would easily hire a good one to do work on my Accuphase units. They are well built, with good materials, but from what I understand not too fancy or strange regarding typology or general solutions. Problem would be to get a service manual for contemporary units, since from what I've seen they are kept in fairly strong secret outside the Accuphase dealer circle. (When I asked something technical regarding my A-46 to my dealer, I was at his desk and he kindly asked me to leave the room because he needed to check the service manual. Maybe a bit exaggerated ). |
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Gray market can be more expensive than at first thought. One source for Japanese gray market gear ( including Accuphase) has been from Pricejapan.com. Apparently they have been in operation for a number of years but suddenly decided to take their customers money and run. It makes you wonder what is truly behind the websites we visit.
Price Japan Rated 0/5 stars by 13 Consumers - pricejapan.com/index.html Consumer Reviews at ResellerRatings |
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I've heard that pricejapan is a 'one-man-show' and it's owner has had a serious accident in May.
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