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Generic UMI LX-1600 Step Down Transformer Brand new in box step-down transformer. I am using the smaller version with my Sansui so have not needed this one.   Happy to post.   About this item 1. Surge Protection: A soft start circuit is built inside to prevent an inrush current at the start up. 2. Toroidal Transformer with ultra-thin ring-type transformer, slim, small size(7*18.5*24cm/2.76"*7.28"*9.45"), light weight(7kg/15.4LB), energy saving, quiet and high efficiency; CE & CQC Certified! 3. 2 outlets for use (one is with 110V, the other one is with 100V) simultaneously, total power consumpt

Our Thoughts RADAR AI

Monitor Audio’s LX series has a solid reputation for lively, easy-to-like sound, and A$250 looks like fair-to-good money if the pair is complete and working properly. I’d call it a sensible buy rather than a steal: not a bargain-bin flyer, but comfortably within the range that makes sense for a well-kept older Monitor Audio speaker.

The appeal here is straightforward—clean, punchy presentation with enough refinement to suit a lot of systems, especially if you want a musical, non-fatiguing listen. At this price, the main upside is value: if the cabinets are clean, drivers are original, and the foam/surrounds and terminals are healthy, it’s a tidy entry into a respected brand without paying new-speaker money.

Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.

About Monitor Audio

Monitor Audio, a British hi-fi mainstay, traces its origins to 1972 when founder Mo Iqbal established the company in a modest factory near Cambridge, England. Starting with hands-on loudspeaker assembly in a garage-like setting, it quickly professionalized, moving to Rayleigh, Essex, in 1976 for in-house manufacturing. This heritage of meticulous British engineering has endured through expansions, including a 2004 shift of production to China while retaining design leadership in Essex, alongside strategic acquisitions like Roksan in 2016 and Blok in 2019.

The brand excels in loudspeakers across diverse categories, from high-fidelity two-channel stereo models to advanced home cinema systems, architectural installations, outdoor speakers, and lifestyle solutions. Signature innovations like the patented C-CAM Gold Dome tweeters, introduced in the 1980s and continually refined, define its sound. Complementing these are amplifiers, streamers, and integrated audio systems, reflecting a broad portfolio that prioritizes proprietary driver technologies and precise enclosure design over peripheral gear like turntables or headphones.

Positioned as a mid-to-high-end powerhouse, Monitor Audio commands respect for delivering audiophile-grade performance at accessible price points, blending relentless innovation with timeless British craftsmanship. Over five decades, it has solidified its status as a global juggernaut, appealing to discerning buyers seeking refined, dynamic sound without boutique exclusivity or vintage nostalgia.

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