MM Transformer Upgrades: Power? Output? Both?

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I usually get the Fender replacement models from Allen Amps, Mojotone, or Antique Electronics.
Just depends on who is cheaper at the time.

Make sure that you get the ones with multiple Output Taps!

Deluxe Reverb for 20 Watt amps like the DC-2.
Bassman or Pro Reverb for all 35 & 50 (4 EL-84's are basically the same Impedance as 2 6L6) watt models.
Twin Reverb for 100 watt models.

I don't know the exact primary Impedances for Mesa transformers, but the Fender models seem to sound really good in a Mesa amp.

Make absolutely sure the new one will physically fit before buying it!
I can't stress this enough!
A Bassman transformer is about twice as big as a DC-5 transformer and easily 3 times bigger than a Maverick or LSS transformer.
 
Hmmm...the Fender OT's are about 1/2 the weight of the Hammond 1650K I put on my Palomino V32. The hammond 1650NA is 8 lbs. Wonder what the difference is...Bob
 
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