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Isolation transformer benefits?

I can understand how an isolation xfmr can be a benefit for apartment dwellers sharing a transformer with 50 other people, but would it benefit me? I happen to have a dedicated street transformer for only my home. My 3 dedicated audio circuits are all on the same phase. All 120 volt appliances and motors are on the other phase.( Phases a little unbalanced?) Would I hear or see any difference with a isolation xfmr in this situation? Is it worth the time and money? I am poor.
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lak
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I don't think you would hear an improvement, or at least it wouldn't be worth the investment of the isolation transformer. I'd hold as is and enjoy the music. I assume you are using some high end AC outlets?
tobias
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Ooh, you're lucky to have that street transformer all to yourself. I share mine with a lot of other houses--maybe too many. The line and the tranny hum like the dickens in winter when everyone's heating. My iso transformers make a big difference.

Your AC setup looks pretty good. I agree with Lak that decent AC outlets are worth having.
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