[sdiy] Passive Ring Modulator/Transformer Question

[Colin Hinz]

On Mon, 1 Nov 2004, Joel Kirchartz wrote:

> I'm sure everybody here already knows about the passive ring modulator that
> is 2 transformers, and 4 diodes .... But I'm looking for a resource for the
> transformers .... they're 1:1 ratio impedance transformers that are
> center-tapped ...
>
> I havn't had much luck finding them, and was wondering if I could use two
> audio isolation transformers wired in parallel instead.... I'll give ya an
> ascii diagram to give you a hint

Well, I would think of that connection as 'series' but anyways, to
answer your question: I sure hope so, as I recently suggested trying
it to someone, over on another mailing list.

In this sort of situation, it would suck to be wrong.

- Colin Hinz
  Toronto, Canada