Weak Voltage Problem

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Member Since: Dec 18, 2004

Does anyone know if weak voltage can damage digital products like computers or firepods for instance? I ask because the weak voltage in my fairly old house definitely takes a toll on my tube amps, putting them out of commission in about a week.
So:
1. Should i find a different place to set up my equipment?
2. Is there any remedy for the preamp tubes going out so fast in my amps?
3. Any other suggestions?

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edit0r
Member
Since: Aug 17, 2004

Aug 05, 2006 06:49 am

Maybe try a power conditioner? I think they regulate voltages?

Czar of Midi
Administrator
Since: Apr 04, 2002

Aug 05, 2006 02:53 pm

Yep, a power conditioner will help greatly. As long as you have at least a 120volt poer coming into the house it will keep a steady power supply coming into the gear. And as well it will prevent the spikes in current that can cause the damage you are seeing.

It isnt so much the low voltage that does the damage but the drastic changes in current flow to the gear that will cause the damage.

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