Any step-down transformers within that range that you would recommend? The ones I have seen that fit the range are variable, like this one. I don't know how good the quality of those is, though.

220V AC, and the power demand is usually 16-20W. It's an olde tube amplifier. Telefunken/Tab V76.

Because the device is a really old one. :relaxed: It is specified for 220V, and at worst +5% or -15% "but preferrably not".

I ended up buying from Airlink. That might be overkill, but isn't that what we audiophiles are all about? But regardless of choice, I would go with a linear (that is, toroidal) transformer. Step-n-chop transformers make noise for other audio components.

Any recommendations for a (step-down) power regulator? I need a clean / linear output of 220V, from an input of 235V - slightly inflated from EU mains voltage of 230V.

I ended up buying the p750u via Buyee from Japan, and I am still pleased as punch with what it offers.

Enough power to drive Abyss 1266 well. So take that as a YES.

Airlink.

I am considering buying this AD Converter. It has no USB output, but it has Toslink, Spdif, AES, and Dante/Ethernet. My intended input is a Mac Powerbook laptop, which has USB-C inputs only. What would be the best way of connecting the two? I am considering maybe finding a good AES–to–USB-C, if...

Just curious, a "few" years later: What is the state of the world when it comes to AD conversion these days? Has Davina been a fruitful project?

Welcome to the Audiophile Bighead Club. :relaxed:

Since I have a bulbous head: 5 and 11 here, for bass, so that the opening is towards my jaw. I have had fun testing real deep bass, below audible, and have had some skull rattling at 8Hz. For regular listening almost the opposite, as the 1266 is no bass wimp even then.

Point taken and pun appreciated. :relaxed: We do also walk in different herds. For let's admit it, though we do follow our own tastes, we also follow the prevalent advice in the herd. In the studio end, some engineers regard V76 as the holy grail whereas others have not heard of it. Just like...