I was wondering if anyone here has upgraded their output transformer to the Mercury Magnetics one and added the choke? I've seen people writing good things about them, but the upgrade could cost more than the head.
I would be willing to do enough research to buy the OT & choke and do the work myself, but I understand that techs get a much better price, so factoring that in it might be better to have it done by a pro. I wish I could A/B a stock and upgraded C5 to know if the cost makes sense.
Fargen quoted me the same price as for a Vox 15 Watt NT which is $500.00 (and he replaces caps and bits) and my head only cost $295! I am waiting to hear back from Bill at Austin Vintage Guitars for his quote and suggestions.
*I will be running a pedalboard in front with a Wah, Tuner, Dynacomp, and Shaky Jimi Vibe (I love that thing!) with the thing dimed, so the difference would need to be heard though that chain, as opposed to a purist straight to amp tone.
Thanks in advance for your advice!