+1 @carlsbad2
"change the female out to a female of a good brand"
Fix it once, then enjoy your system...
I now use Leviton 8380-W 20 Amp, 125 Volt, Decora Plus Duplex Receptacle, Straight Blade, Hospital Grade, Surge with Indicator Light
...which I purchased on Amazon ($55 each) // Excellent grip + some surge protection.