I've had one for about 6 years. Great protection against major surges. It will usually keep your smaller surge protectors from taking the "hit". However, whole house units are beefy and won't protect from the smaller problems. Also, even if lightning hits, the whole house unit won't trip until a little seepage gets through.
The $400 I spent has saved me from frying my PS Audio and Adcom units. However, they have had to save gear from time to time. I think it is great having it. Replacing a PS Audio Ultimate outlet or two is expensive and limited in warranty time. Also, getting PS Audio to replace gear that fried is extra hassles that no one wants to endure. Spend the $400 and avoid any cooked gear at all.
The $400 I spent has saved me from frying my PS Audio and Adcom units. However, they have had to save gear from time to time. I think it is great having it. Replacing a PS Audio Ultimate outlet or two is expensive and limited in warranty time. Also, getting PS Audio to replace gear that fried is extra hassles that no one wants to endure. Spend the $400 and avoid any cooked gear at all.