Inlet filter for valve use?

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    penance Arrogant Cock

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    I know the use of IEC inlet filters is not so good for some equipment.
    I have an IEC inlet with built in filter (choke and cap type) is there any problem using this with a valve amp?
     
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    LiloLee Blah, Blah, Blah.........

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    It shouldn't cause any electrical problem. As to sound try it and let us know. Some like it others don't.
     
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    penance Arrogant Cock

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    ah, i know theres no electrical problems, after all they are safety approved ;)

    Ill be the guinee pig and report back on my findings:)
     
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    LiloLee Blah, Blah, Blah.........

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    Many over at WAD don't like them and use this

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    penance Arrogant Cock

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    Thanks Lee
    maybe i will use that instead, easier to remove if i dont like the effects.:)
     
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    LiloLee Blah, Blah, Blah.........

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    With these type of filters, they are so cheap that it is usually recommended to put them on everything except the hifi. Kill the noise at source rather than try and filter it, and maybe have detrimental effects, on the hifi.
     
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    Hello Lee
    What is your view on using ferrites at the plug end of everything connected to the mains except the hi-fi equipment?
    Idea is to stop the RFI/EMI entering the mains in the first place.

    Thanks
     
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    Ferrites will only do so much. A filter like the one Lee suggests will start to operate at much lower frequency and so by the time you get up into the MHz range the level of attenuation is rather higher. Of course, nothing stops you using ferrites as well, for a little extra effect.
     
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    LiloLee Blah, Blah, Blah.........

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    Wot'e'zed above:D
     
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