M4 & E2 Modular Question

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Do the M4 and E2 have external transformers or do they have a "standard" 110-120V power directly to the units without a transformer inline in the power cord?
 
M4 has a big, normal transformer inside.

Not sure onthe E2
 
Jeff,
Is the E2 planned to have the transformer built-in?
 
I'm assuming it will not have a wall wart. I sure hope it doesn't. If there's anything that's a buzzkill wiring up a rig...is seeing fucking wall warts!

Eric
 
aeroic":3nu4b5fh said:
I'm assuming it will not have a wall wart. I sure hope it doesn't. If there's anything that's a buzzkill wiring up a rig...is seeing fucking wall warts!

Eric
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aeroic":a0cco6h6 said:
I'm assuming it will not have a wall wart. I sure hope it doesn't. If there's anything that's a buzzkill wiring up a rig...is seeing fucking wall warts!

Eric
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Roger that!!

It's just this simple, if it has an inline transformer it will probably not be added to my rack.
 
I just gave this some thought.

How could a wall wart supply the necessary 400 or so DC volts the preamp needs in addition to the 6v it needs to keep the filaments warm, in addition to the 9VDC for the phantom power, etc.

I'm sure they have a tranny in mind that will be inside the unit.
 
guitarslinger":2efkxgeq said:
I just gave this some thought.

How could a wall wart supply the necessary 400 or so DC volts the preamp needs in addition to the 6v it needs to keep the filaments warm, in addition to the 9VDC for the phantom power, etc.

I'm sure they have a tranny in mind that will be inside the unit.
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That makes good sense. You are probably right.
 
I hope Jeff chimes in and tells us. I have an empty space in my rack waiting for the E2. I have modules with no home.

I just plug the wallwarts from my rack pieces right into my Furman Rack unit, no problem but I still hate those things. Hehe

When can I order one, Jeff!? :D :) :thumbsup: Seriously.
 
M4 has an internal transformer. E2 has an external transformer. Not really a "wall wart" type that plugs directly into the outlet. It wiil be a box that is in line with the power cord. Sorry, there is no other way to do it. FYI, Jeff is no longer with Egnater. Not sure if he will visit here to answer your questions but I will try often. You can always email me directly at bruce@egnater.com

Thanks
Bruce
 
Thanks for the information Bruce.

At least a inline transformer is a step above a plug transformer; but, certainly not a good as an internal one. Please make sure it has a long enough cord between the transformer and the E2 unit so users can get it well out of the way of signal cords. Is there any "final'ish" word on release date, MSRP price and distributor prices.

Sorry to hear Jeff left, he certainly was a good source for accurate information. I'm sure he will do well where ever he goes on his next life's adventure.
 
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