I bought a couple of the Monster 2000's from Globe Mart. If your interested in this specific unit, they have what is BY FAR the best price on it. After using this unit for a while, i substituted a used Adcom ACE 515 power conditioner ($50) for one of my Monster's. I immediately noticed increased bass weight with better tonal balance. I also noticed that the Adcom does not filter out as much noise or interference. Turning the light off and on in the next room now produces a "pop" out of the speakers when it did not effect anything when the HTS-2000 was hooked up. For those that are wondering, i only have my sources and preamp hooked up to the filters. The amp is in no way being current limited this way. Sean >
Bargain power conditioners
Does anyone have any experience using a power conditioner made for computers (ie: the APC Line R 600 which cost around $150) with a high end audio system (front end). It seems to me that these might provide a similar level of protection and enhancement for a fraction of the cost of an 'audiophile power conditioner'. Thanks.