Transformer

Transformer

Commonly a large, square-shaped or toroidal (doughnut-shaped) component used in the power supply of an amplifier to convert AC main voltage to other suitable voltages. Transformers are sometimes employed as buffers between amps and speakers in order to match their impedances.

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