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Fancy Audio Electrical Outlet Causing Problems?

After having an electrician install a modified electrical outlet purchased from Bolder Cables the sound of my audio system has waned. It sounds lifeless, limp, like it's trying to get up but can't. No pop, no zing, no excitement. Is it possible that this outlet is causing a reduction in the quality of the sound? The components: McIntosh MA6500 integrated amp, Rega Jupiter CDP and Tannoy speakers. I've messed around with different component, cables, etc and the sound still sounds lifeless. Ideas appreciated.
budrew

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glen
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Do you have dedicated circuits?
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glen
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At last a clue!!! You said the other outlet was un-grounded.

Was the new and improved outlet a grounded outlet? (probably)

Did the Electrician ground this outlet from a source that was not present before?

Have you added in a new ground source from somewhere?

Have you tried lifting the ground on the new outlet?

Institutions aren't as bad as you think. I'd really consider using dedicated power, It's quite the tweak.

I sold both of my power conditioners after adding 6 circuits to my gear

Ask Albert how many dedicated circuits he uses, I DARE YOU!!!!!! :^)
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