Why is the RM100 head SO heavy?

[buriedorburned]

I've owned every amp from the MTS line, and currently have 2 RM50's. Their weight and size are what's most appealing about them, but I do miss the 3rd channel.
I've owned 4 RM100's, but now my studio (and nearly every venue in town) is in a basement, I'd rather not have to lug around a 77lbs amp head.

What makes this amp so **** heavy?

I've played a range of other 100w amps that are 45-50lbs, which is much better.

Is there anyway to make the RM100 lighter?

 

[Jaded Faith]

In short, no. The iron alone is about 25-30 pounds. They are bigger than most 100W transformers as well to accommodate all the secondary windings on the PT and all the various output tubes you can use.

 

[Jaymzrock]

Then you do the only logical thing, and upgrade to Jaded Faith Mercury Magnetics iron... And buy yourself a dolly.

 

[buriedorburned]

Haha, thanks all. That's about what I thought.