HI-FI

> On Wed, 19 Nov 2003 10:13:04 -0000, Shaun used
> to say...
>
> >Hi,
> >
> >Wonder if anyone could give advice please. I wish to order a set of Sony
> >MDR-DS 8000 headphones from the states but Im a bit unsure about
ordering
> >any electrical items from there as with regards to voltage. I think the
> >voltage over there is 110 volts compared to ours, so if I was to order
the
> >item, would it work on our supply or would I have to buy an adaptor or
> >transformer of some kind??
>
> I dont know the model, but unless they are something like electret
> headphones with a transformer you shouldnt have any problems with
> normal headphones.
>
> Normally worldwide firms like Sony tend to use standard power supplies
> (for economic reasons) which have switcheable voltages.
>
>