Interesting thread, otherwise I would have no idea of some of the gear available. To assist with the above questions: http://www.corepowertechnologies.comBacardi, of the power cords you mentioned, the only one that I'm very familiar with is the HiDiamond P4. What does the CPT cords do that the P4 did not do and in which component? I'm just trying to get a more accurate idea. |
Ozzy, I'm looking forward to your thoughts regarding the CPT power cord you are waiting for.
Bacardi, Klh007 or anyone that knows;
Are those higher wattage power cords listed on the website or am I missing something?
I might have to give Mark a call since I've not received an answer to my email of a week ago. |
Klh007 & Corepowertech,
Thank you for the replies and the information.
FYI: I did use the "contact me" on your website which was not working.
Best regards...
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FYI:
Yes, Mark is a nice guy.
I just got off the phone with him.
If anyone wants to contact him either call him directly or send an email directly to him.
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Robert, unfortunately the way you describe your listening audition is not going to be accurate and the listeners are going to hear the lingering effects of the HF CT-1 power cord (magnetic conduction). That's why it's so difficult to do a comparison to HFC products.
Just telling it like it is for those readers that are unaware.
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Robert,
500 hours will easily break in the HF CT-1E power cord. I doubt if you would even need 500 hours, more like 350 hours, but for your testing purposes 500 hours would be a very fair comparison. My only suggestion would be to make sure once the power cord is in place, don’t move it or jostle it.
What compoient is the power cord going to power?
Hopefully you are aware that comparing HFC products to other products is very difficult and frustrating because of the lingering effects of magnetic conduction, and the slow restart up of magnetic conduction.
This forces the listener to rely upon their memory of the HFC verses a direct comparison A vs B vs C etc.
In other words after the HF CT-1E power cord is burned in, evaluate it.
Take the HF CT-1E out of the system for a week so that the magnetic conduction effect is gone (using a non HFC power cord during the interim period is fine as long as your not doing any evaluations) and then compare the other power cords.
In my opinion if you don’t do this your test results will not be accurate.
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Guys, all I’m saying (and I’m not trying to say anything negative about any of you or the hard work you put into reviews or comparisons) is I’ve learned that there are lingering effects that are present for several days and that might (usually does) add to the sonic signature of other power cords that’s being substituted for the HF power cord.
Just be aware of that.
If I stepped on anyoes toes I appologize.
Peace...
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Robert, I purchased a CPT 300 and I've had it on my Audiodharma Cable Cooker, Anniversary Edition 3.5 CCGR since Friday 5/20. I don't doubt that it's going to be a keeper.
I don't think it's really going to matter what order you do your comparisons with the power cords because it's a no win situation. Just be aware of the lingering magnetic conduction and/or when inserted the slow start up of the HFC.
You probably don't recognize my moniker, because you deal with an unlimited number of people but I've purchased several HiDiammond products from you over the years, most of which I still use in my various systems ;-) |
Paz307...looking forward to it!
What other high end power cords will you compare the CPT 300 to? |
@4orreal;
Jmcgrogan2 stated my comment correctly, thanks John :-)
I used the CPT 300 on my "HF MC-6 Power Distributor" in my main system. That system uses a full loom of HF products of various mid to higher level products. The CPT 300 sounded darn GOOD on the MC-6 Power Distributor!
The beauty really came in my secondary system when I plugged the CPT 300 into my Integrated 300B amp and/or my power strip (Blue Circle FX2 XOe6 Line Filter).
See my post to Devilboy, from 10:14 AM today 6/9/2016. |
Devilboy,
Very nice job of describing the improvements you heard with the CPT 150. I agree 100%.
I received my CPT 300 and had it on my cable burner for 300 hours before I inserted it into my system.
I had it on my Plinius SA Reference amp and it sounded good, but no improvement over my CT GE high current power cord.
I moved the CPT 300 into my secondary system and put it on my Allnic T-1500 Integrated 300B amp...WOW!!! I would describe the music exactly the same way you did Devilboy, it's as if we were listening to the same music in the same room.
Lastly, I attached the CPT 300 to a power strip in my secondary system and powered my Transport, Dac, and FM tuner and BOOM!...same great results.
I'm very happy with the improvements.
The only way I was able to better the CPT 300 on the power strip in my main system, was by using my HF CT-1 Ultimate Reference Helix power cable on the power strip (HF MC-6 power distributor), which did sound a tad better.
Do the math ;-)! |
@devilboy
Interesting observation and I don't doubt what you say for a second.
I have a CPT 300 powering a Blue Circle FX2 XOe6 AC Line Filter (a sophisticated six way power outlet). I run my transport, Dac and FM (tube) tuner from it. Using CD's that I have used for years and know very well for comparisons regarding different audio equipment, I have heard a few details in the music that I've never heard before. Was a real shocker to me in a good way!
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I improved the sound of the CPT 300 by setting the box unit on four 1 1/2" Star Sound brass Audio Points. I just thought I'd through that out there, I'm sure there are other tweaks what would work also.
BTW: all power cords and speaker cables are elevated off the floor and I believe that also adds to a blacker background.
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I improved the sound of the CPT 300 by setting the box unit on four 1 1/2" Star Sound brass Audio Points. I just thought I'd through that out there, I'm sure there are other tweaks what would work also.
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@jmcgrogan2,
Ooops...
Damn spell check substitution on my iPad!
I'm glad you like the SR black fuse.
@bacardi,
I failed to mention that the audio points are also sitting on a large block of Mocca wood that's on the floor. |
@hieukm,
Just curious, would you be plugging in the CPT power cord to the Power regenerator, to power other components? Or are you using the CPT power cord from the wall to the Power regenerator?
How and where is the Passive filter used in your system? |
Mark,
I wish you a speedy recovery!
Take care...
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@corepowertech;
Mark, any idea when The Power-Core 300 regenerator will begin to ship out? |
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Hello Mark,
I'm not sure about others, but the website you posted is not functioning correctly for me. |
@dmitrys;
While Bacardi and Corepowertech gave you some great advice I personally would recommend the 300 plugged into some type of a power strip (or equivalent device) as Mark said "Wireworld Matrix 2 plugstrip you have 6 outlets at your disposal." I found that to be the best bang for the buck and the results were stunning.
On a side note Mark, I'm looking forward to the arrival of the 1800 ;-)! |
A side note on the 1200 and 1800:
They only hum when they don't know the words!
;-)
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Hieukm;
The CPT 300 needs 100 hours of break-in time.
What country are you located in? |
Hieukm,
When you plug in your power cords into the wall outlet, I hope your audio component is turned off, and then after the power cords are attached on both ends, the audio component is then turned on. |
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I'm Anxiously waiting for my 1800 to ship.
When I receive it, after some use and break-in time in my system, I'll report my thoughts on this forum. After my experience with the CPT 300 power cord I'm expecting some breathtaking improvement.
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Hello Mark,
Congratulations upon the nice review written about the EQUI=CORE 300. Anyone that has tried your products can vouch for the quality of workmanship and improvement in musical sound and detail.
I look forward to receiving the EQUI=CORE 1800 and sharing my thoughts on this forum.
The Deep Core sounds amazing and sounds like it will be another awesome product.
Best regards,
Lak
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Philip,
I could be wrong but I believe the 1200's and 1800's just shipped so I don't think owners have had an oppertunity to use thier units yet. |
I just received my CPT-1800 today.
I thought I'd be unkind and give it a good run right out of the box. I plugged the 1800 into a cheap, inexpensive outlet on my regular household circuit breaker panel, not using my dedicated audio filtered subpanel.
As the 1800 woke up it sounded good, after 30 minutes my system sounds the best I've ever heard it sound! It will be interesting to listen to my system plugged into my Furutech GTX-D outlet on the dedicated lines.
Mark, you and your team really hit a home run...all I can say is WOW!
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@Wig,
I agree.
At this time I'd have to describe what I hear as more refined and musical. |
@corepowertech,
I agree with your statement above regarding attack and decay.
At these early stages of break-in I hesitate to make too many comments while I let the music soak in and analyze it.
I will say the in the same rack as the 1800, on the bottom shelf I have an Equi=Tech Model 20, (that I'm not missing) and that unit is a beast at four times the cost. |
Ozzy, I know what you mean.
I'll be interested to hear what your thoughts are and a comparson to the other devices you have used or are using. |
Power Core Technology 1800
The
day finally arrived, November 11, 2016. I was anxiously waiting for the arrival
of the UPS delivery truck and my long waited for Power Core Technology (CPT)
1800.
The
heavy-duty box had some weight to it and I lugged it downstairs to my dedicated
music room.
Upon
unpacking it, I found the 1800 enclosed in the typical plastic bag, totally
surrounded by solid protective Styrofoam of some type along with a supplied
power cord.
The
1800 is very solid, well constructed and attractive. It weighs in at 55
pounds and is 11.6” L x 11.6” D x 5” H.
The
back of the unit has four duplex receptacles, a rocker on-off switch, a push
button reset and main power cord IEC connector.
Out
of the box with only a couple of minutes of warm up time I could definitely
hear improvement with my music and as time went on the 1800 continued to
burn in and is still improving.
I
currently have my Transport, DAC and FM tuner plugged into the 1800, while my
integrated amp is plugged directly into the wall outlet using the CPT 300 power
cord. At a later date I’ll plug my integrated amp into the 1800 also.
The first four days of use I
listened to dozens of my audiophile recordings that I always use for the
purpose of demonstration and comparison. I noticed a lower floor noise; wider,
greater depth and definition of sound stage; increased resolution, including
more details; better vocal and instrumental harmony; improved timbre, better
attack and decay elements, and bigger
deeper bass resolution.
If you were considering some type
of power filtration system I would definitely recommend the CPT 1200 or 1800. I
believe you will find that it competes with the big boys at a fraction of the
cost.
Associated
Audio Equipment
Allnic
T-1500 300B Integrated Tube Amp
Audio
Research Reference CD7 (as transport) or
Music
Culture MC 501A CDP or MBL 1531 CDP (as transport)
Yamamoto
DA converter YDA-01
Montana
EPX Speakers or Von Schweihert dB 99 Speakers with Super Tweeters
Magnum
Dynalab MD-106T Analog FM Tuner
Magnum
Dynalab Signal Sleuth
Magnum
Dynalab ST-2 Indoor Antenna
Cerious
Technologies Extreme Graphene RCA Interconnects on Tuner
HiDiamond
8 Speaker Cable 2.5/M or Cerious
Technologies Extreme Graphene Speaker Cables.
HiDiamond
Jumper Cables
High
Fidelity Ultimate Power cord on DAC
Core
Power Technology CPT-300 power cord on Integrated Amp*
Cerious
Technologies Extreme Graphene Yellow power cord on CPT 1800; which
powers the Transport, DAC, and Tuner
High
Fidelity CT-1 Ultimate Interconnect on DAC to Integrated Amp
Cerious
Technologies Extreme Graphene Digital Cable*
High
Fidelity CT-1 power cord on Transport
2
High Fidelity MC-0.5 in each power outlet
Billy
Bags Pro Stand for Audio gear
Custom
Acrylic top for TT Stand by Valley Plastic
Porter
House AC Outlet
Furutech
GTX-D(R) AC Outlets
Cable
Risers by Valley Plastic
Audiodharma Cable Cooker Anniversary Edition 3.5
CCGR
All
Power Filtration provided by: Two Extreme Isolation Transformers (5 KVA each)
from the main panel into a sub-panel that feeds all AC power into the audio
systems. The Extreme Isolation transformers have a huge iron core design, noise
suppression is -146 and they weigh 129 lbs. each. The isolation transformers
actually sit on three 1-1/2" solid brass audio points that are on top of
the cinder blocks and the cinder blocks rest on top of three hockey pucks that
are on the concrete floor. The CPT 1800 is an addition and improvement used in conjuction with my isolation transformers.
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LOL!
Oops...I meant to say I received the 1800 11/7/16.
Best regards... |
@benzmano;
To the best of my knowledge, there is a push button reset on the back of my 1800. I'm not sure what the technical name is, perhaps a Thermal Circuit Breaker? If I'm incorrect with the name someone please assist me ;-).
I agree, the Synergistic Black fuse has been a great improvement in every piece I've installed it in also. |
FYI: 1200 & 1800 owners.
I improved the performance of my 1800 and got more detail out of my system by using Herbie's Big Tall Tenderfoot (firm, four of them) under my 1800. Other brands, configurations, points, etc. would most likely work well also.
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Mark,
I'd also be interested in the "Deep Core" paired with my 1800.
Lak
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@sadono,
Thanks for the suggestion! |
I have an 1800 unit. Although the power cord that comes with it works well, I’m using a Ceroius Technologies Graphene Yellow power Cord. I’m also going to try a Silver Ghost Custom power cord: https://www.audiogon.com/listings/ac-cables-6-silver-ghost-custom-made-silver-rhodium-woven-power-co...) I’ve heard very good comments about the Audio Art Power Cables. A variety of price ranges, and some great reviews written about the inexpensive 1SE power cord, although I’ve not demoed one yet. The Emerald Physics Conductor One Power Cord also worked well, and I have used it. At this point in time I don’t know what sounded the best, I think the key is using a power cord that has a large gauge wire and allows the power to flow without restrictions. |
@corepowertech,
I was attempting to check out the specifications of the Emerald Physics Conductor One Power Cord but was unable to find the gauge of wire used. Do you know and can you pass that on to me?
Also is the Emerald Physics Conductor One Power Cord safe to use on a high current amp that takes a 20 amp IEC or a high current power source? I have a 15 to 20 amp attachment that I could use.
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@benzman,
As I recall the 45 lbs is correct.
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Glory, the only answer I know for sure is the 1800 has four duplex outlets on the back.
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@worldwidewholesales,
Are you going to share your
"I have found a very nice tweak that takes the CPT product to the next level. I am very impressed with CPT".
tweak with us? |
@worldwidewholesales: I agree that the CPT-300 power cord (the one I own) is special and I am interested in the tweak whenever you can share it with us.
@knghifi: I also know that all types of interconnects, power cords, etc. are system dependent and we all have out own personal choices about what we prefer. Out of curiosity, which CPT power cord do you own, how many break-in hours are on it, and what piece of equipment are you using it on?
My CPT-300 did not improve the sonics on my Plinius SA Reference amp however on my Allnic T-1500 Integrated 300B, Transport, and Dac I had great success.
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@knghifi,
If you say the two CPT Equi=Core 300 power cords didn't work out for you in your system I believe you, you know what you heard and like. Please keep us posted on the modification and how it turns out.
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@gaal,
I'll let you know my thoughts of the L3 power cord, I just ordered one along with an (unknown, unadvertised) custom power cord made by an audio store, and I have another Silver Ghost due in late this week.
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@agriculturist,
There doesn't need to be any soldering involved.
Can be as easy as cutting and stripping wire and tightening screws.
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