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Patrick
Copper Member
United Kingdom
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 Posted - 11/06/2009 : 13:13:43
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Hi, evreyone!
I have recently aquired a Boss CE-1 but it has an american plug and is 117v. Can I just change the plug and it will work fine or must I adapt it somehow?
Thanks for reading.
Regards Patrick |
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Goran
Double Platinum Member
Sweden
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Posted - 11/06/2009 : 13:17:22
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I guess you have 230 Volts or something in the UK so you need an step up transformer 117 Volts to 230 Volts, as it is not a lot of current (like in a tube amp) I think it will not be an expensive one.
Oh, welcome to the forum!
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FRANZONI
Double Platinum Member
Ireland
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Posted - 11/06/2009 : 13:39:44
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Welcome to the forum... don't just stick a three pin plug on the end of the cable bro' you will fry the pedal...as Goran said you need a step down transformer,my mate came back from the U.S a few years back he got one for his stuff in maplins..... |
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Goran
Double Platinum Member
Sweden
2203 Posts |
Posted - 11/06/2009 : 13:41:56
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quote:
Originally posted by Goran
I guess you have 230 Volts or something in the UK so you need an step up transformer 117 Volts to 230 Volts, as it is not a lot of current (like in a tube amp) I think it will not be an expensive one.
Oh, welcome to the forum!
Sorry I got upside down here; you need a step down transformer which makes 117 V from 230 V 
To much work today…..
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Dr. Bob
Moderator
Australia
6593 Posts |
Posted - 11/06/2009 : 16:59:35
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Hi Patrick
Welcome to the forum from Australia.
I see some of the boys have your problem sorted out already.
There are many people that make small ready to go step down transformers.
Because the CE-1 does not draw very much current.
Look for one that's looks like a medium sized plug pack,
with the 2 pin socket, already mounted to the case.
Unless of course you are thinking of powering other more current
hungry gear like power amps.
I have one of these types of units on my Lab Bench,
for quickly testing low current gear.
And a larger 10 Amp (home built - really heavy mother) for much BIGGER stuff.
And or, for when we have visitors from Canada/USA, & their wives/GF's,
need to use their hair dryers & other such 110-120VAC items.
BTW - I nearly forgot to say Congratulations on getting the CE-1.
Regards Dr. Bob  |
Edited by - Dr. Bob on 11/06/2009 17:12:00 |
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Dr. Bob
Moderator
Australia
6593 Posts |
Posted - 11/06/2009 : 17:55:43
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Hi Patrick
I see from your homepage:
You run Surrey Music Effects.
Regards Dr. Bob |
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FRANZONI
Double Platinum Member
Ireland
3543 Posts |
Posted - 11/06/2009 : 18:42:47
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This place just keeps getting better...we have guys that can build Boutique quality pedals,guys who can do super Mods on pedals and now we have a person who has a shop.... feel so G.A.S. coming on.... ...
BTW congrats on the CE-1 as well....i heard it described as the chorus pedal God would use.... is it for your own collection ...?.... |
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Patrick
Copper Member
United Kingdom
22 Posts |
Posted - 11/13/2009 : 19:29:50
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Hi, all!
WOW what a good responce.
Thank you all for your usefull and kind remarks. You are correct Dr. BOB I run Surrey Music Effects on Ebay where I sell a lot of rare and oldish Boss Pedals. Unfortunately I will be keeping the CE-1 in my collection and a friend of mine who has a recording studio will be borrowing from time to time.
If anyone is interested in any of my pedals on ebay please let me know and we can arrange and ebayless transaction so you can have a discount.
Also, if you are looking for a specific pedal I will do my best to find one for you.
Thanks once again to you all for a very warm reception.
Regards Patrick |
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