Isoclean 106 II Power Bar

Recently added this bar w/ an Isoclean Focus pc to my system below for the pre, amp, and digital source. Sub is direct to wall. For 2 weeks now I've been A/B-ing it with - believe it or not - a Rat Shack Archer power strip I've had in its place from the beginning. Thought I'd see if an upgrade in this area would provide much sonic improvement. My understanding is that the Isoclean power bar is not intended to color the presentation in any way, just provide a cleaner path for ac, correct? Our system is by design, a very revealing one/highly detailed. However, in comparisons, the presentation through the Isoclean seems slightly laid-back, bit less amplitude, drum kit set back in the staging, and a bit more low frequency. Both strips provide great staging/ instrument placement, but the old Rat Shack strip just seems to bring a more brilliant presentation. Am I missing something - perhaps its simply lack of synergy w/ the other system pieces? Would be very interested to hear other's experiences with this piece, and any suggestions/advice. Thanks~

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