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The word about Amplifier power conversions to NZ, AU, European power. We use only the best transformers made in USA for replacement and power conversions of your new or used amp into your countries power. All transformers are hand wound clones of the originals and installed by our certified tech in Christchurch and shipped to you when completed. Please, click the link below to their web page and have a look for yourself.
Who is Mercury Magnetics?
We manufacture transformers exclusively for guitar amplifiers. We're unique in a number of ways:
100% American made -- no tricks or hidden imports -- we really do make them from scratch, right here in California!!!
100% handmade and hand-tuned using only handwound components -- each and every transformer is consistent from one-to-the-next. If you ever need to replace one of our transformers your amp won't lose its tone -- your replacement will sound exactly the same as the original.
American-made steel -- we're the only transformer manufacturer who still special orders the unique steel alloys used in our transformers. These alloys are not only made here in the USA to government specifications, but they are not available anywhere else in the world. They're the same alloys used in the all-time best-sounding transformers during the "sweet spot" era of guitar amplification history.
Mercury maintains active R&D (research & development). Things are never stagnant around here! All kinds of new and exciting-sounding transformer designs (Axiom® series), as well as our ongoing cloning of outstanding transformers of the great old amps (ToneClone® series). And for vintage British amp freaks, check out our Radiospares® series.
For any popular amp design we're likely to have several transformers for different purposes and different tonal effects. It's always a smart idea to discuss replacement, restoration or upgrading with your Mercury rep. -- his input will be invaluable.
Our transformers are found in the amps of almost every major player in the world. Many specify Mercury and won't play an amp without them.
Mercury transformers are standard components or factory upgrades available in virtually all high-end boutique amps, including Fender’s boutique and custom shop lines.
Mercury transformers are so highly rated that they typically increase the value of any amplifier they're installed in.
Did you know that guitar amp transformers are unusual in their design (when compared to other audio transformers). Ironically, almost all of the really great-sounding examples contain flaws, or "design" accidents, in their construction. We've intentionally reverse engineered the best transformers to "clone" their methods and materials (whether accidental or intentional). Technically, it is not possible to engineer the perfect guitar amplifier transformer "by the book."
There is no other company like Mercury Magnetics anywhere in the world.
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