The concept works with amplifiers as well. Removing the field created by transformer always reduces circuit distortion. Isolating the fields in a power cable also is extremely effective.
isolation of seperate preamp power supplies?
Does anyone have the same type of response that I am getting with my Pass X1 power supply? I notice that the sound I get from isolating the seperate power supply has a huge impact on the sound. I have the hybrid version of the X1 so the external power supply is a little black box that doesn't weigh very much but the differences in sound I get by different types of placement and isolation are dramatic. Today I decided to try isolating the supply with an isolation platform on top of 1/3" of marble slab on top of 1 and 1/2" brass cones that go into my carpet. The sound is quite nice.I am also using BDR cones between the power suopply and the isolation platform. I thought this was overkill which is why I didn't try it sooner. Previously I had my power supply on BDR cones#4 on top of a 2" piece of MDF on top of the brass cones and I thought this was more than sufficient but when I decided to experiment with my extra isolation platform(Skylan)I was pleasently surprised. Has anyone noticed that the isolation of pre outboard power supplies makes that much difference?
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