Help with purchase of power conditioner

I've heard a significant reduction in noise and improved definition and subtlety in a friend's audio system, since he started using a Monster Power conditioner (model 2000). He has very noisy power coming into his house, attributed to the school across the street from him and a power substation nearby.

My power is not usually as noisy, and I have solid state amplification (my friend uses tubes), but my cable and power lines have been hit by lightning. So, for $125, I'll also soon get the Monster 2000 and hope for some audible improvement, along with the lightning insurance.

Sek, There's several Tice A/V Solo conditioners for sale in the Audiogon classifieds...the improvement brought in TV picture is stunning.

Thanks for all the great advice. I'm new to audiogon and I am impressed on how quickly everyone jumps at the chance to help out. I will be sure to do the same if any of you ever need help. I'm a pro audio engineer and have a lot more experience in that field than I do in home theater. Well once again, thanks everybody you've been a great help.

What do you guys think about the ps audio ultimate outlets? Would one of those work for me?

I'm sure its worth a test, but I wouldn't get into a situation where you can't return it...PSaudio is kinda vauge on how the "Balun" works, and I am skeptical of products when i'm told how good it is rather than how it works. Keep in mind, it only has 2 outlets. Personally I'd stick with more traditional forms of protection/isolation. Monster or Panamax.