Knowing Lenz's equation does not per se mean you can avoid the issue it describes. It only means you can quantify the Lenz effect. Mr Palmer does that in the context of the quote and concludes it is not important. I believe I took that quote out of the context of a discussion of the Lenz phenomenon among J Carr, W Palmer, and Dave Slagle, a few years ago. I don't remember whether Carr and Slagle agreed with Palmer.
So when is a SUT really needed?
Hey,
So, I been in this audiophile world for about 6 or 7 years now, at least that is when I bought a bit more serious equipment. Before that I had some stuff but wasn't that serious about it.
Still consider myself a newbie but have gained much more knowledge about this hobby compared to before.
But there is one piece of equipment that I hear about all the time but didn't really take a look at it before.
I am referring to the Step Up Transformer.
Just recently I started to read more about it and watch YT videos on it.
I also googled the purpose but it's just technical jargon and I rather get feedback from real people and users.
So, my understanding is that a SUT is used to control a MC Cart and it would work between the TT and Phono Amp connecting to the MM inputs (is that correct)?
But if you already have a Phono Preamp with MC adjustments, do you still need a SUT or is it used more in the situation where you may only have a MM preamp and want to use MC Carts?
Also, are all SUT's passive equipment, meaning they do not utilize a power plug or are there some that do?
Would there be reasons to use a SUT if you already have a good phono preamp with all the same adjustment options?
Thanks
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