I have over-the-air TV and in every TV in the house with the eMat installed in the breaker box (I have a bunch of TVs, even though I'm not a big TV watcher), the channels were screwed up in a different manner on each TV (some wouldn't tune in, others had double channels one of which didn't work and some had different channels on the tuned in channels). I didn't notice a difference taking it out (was in there for a couple of months and sticking it someplace else in the main system) but I haven't listened to the secondary systems (one of which I use more for HT and the other is a 2 channel one). While the main system is an integrated AV system, it doesn't see tons of use for video. As long as the main system audio doesn't make much difference where that eMat is (I have another eMat and a couple of plus Mats and eCards too) for audio I'll probably leave it where it is now in the main system.
New Omega E Mat from Perfect Path Technologies
Many of you own or have read of the highly-regarded PPT Omega E Mat, one of Tim Mrock’s revolutionary signal-enhancing accessories. Just prior to his untimely passing, Tim had finished developing a new generation of his Omega mat, soon to be available. Krissy Mrock has asked a few of us to introduce this new mat, here given the working title of The Double Omega.
In distinguishing the Double Omega, we know the original Omega, herein called the single, as a 7.5” by 10”, rather heavy and somewhat pliable mat, a bit more than 1/8” thick and with a vinyl-like feel. One face is glossy white, displaying the PPT logo and Omega name, while the other is black, smooth and magnetized. Sandwiched between these faces is the active material that causes components to reject the EMI that saturates everything in our surroundings. The Double Omega is much the same, with one important difference: the magnetized face has the finely-textured feel of around, say, 220-grit sandpaper. This texture, it is presumed, comprises yet a second active layer of EMI rejection. Presumed—because working details of the Double Omega are not well understood—better yet to know how to apply it.
With the understanding that the single Omega E mats generate field effects from both faces, mats have typically been placed under and over components and vertically over circuit breakers. How you apply the Double Omega will depend on best use and experimentation. In my case, I have removed two single mats, lying side-by-side, from the top of my large Wadia CDP and have replaced those with two Double Omegas. The Wadia is a one-box player that contains a pre-amp, so I wanted that second, strong field effect exerting downward as well as upward. I also have several singles placed underneath, just as before. Going straight to amps, this player is my only source, so I want it fully protected from EMI. Your priorities will differ.
As of this writing, I am only thirty-hours in on placing these Double Omegas, and I can already tell you they are powerful in their prevention of EMI within my digital source. Yet another veil has been lifted—all instruments and voices are even more sorted out in the aural space with new information heard within that space. There is much more decay heard against a new silence behind and between the musicians. I am already so pleased and excited about what the Double Omega E mats are doing. As Krissy told me, Tim was really stoked to have these new mats available. Rather than wait for the the fourteen-day window of improvement, I want to get this intro out so others can relay their experiences sooner.
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I have a Akiko Audio Triple AC Enhancer plugged into my power condition. Got it a little bit before my eMat+. Seems to do a similar thing. Int the 6 Moons review -
https://6moons.com/audioreviews2/akiko/1.html They discuss Shungite in the above review. I also have a Shungite tile I tried (a friend is borrowing it now and using it on his DAC) and it seems to have somewhat similar results, although probably not up to the level of something like Perfect Path products (but not as expensive either). I have some other materials on order and also will probably order more of the Perfect Path products. |
Received a couple of regular emats and a couple of plus ones (in addition to cards - already had a plus mat and cards) and will be listening soon. The Shungite tile and shielding tape (noted earlier in this thread) do work to a lesser degree. I had lent a friend a few cards and I let him use a Shungite tile I got (picked it up today) a couple of weeks back. He had some people over from the local audio society on Friday and they were both impressed with the Stop-Its and the Shungite tile. I spent the afternoon with my friend moving Shungite tiles to different components. He said that the Shungite tiles were not as good as the three ecards I previously lent to him using it on his DAC. |
I haven't tried the quartz as I'm primarily using the Perfect Path stuff (have some of the Shungite tiles). My friend who I originally lent the first Shungite tile has ordered more and will probably get more. He also did a demo for a couple of other audiophiles. I just got (late Friday) a couple of more double mats, a couple of single ones and more cards (and I'm also about to take apart the furniture and take out the components from a couple of secondary systems in small bedrooms to paint (so I probably won't do much over the next month or so - I did listen to one secondary system last night after putting it a couple of cards and having the emat inside the breaker box for 24 hours and liked what I heard. From what I've been reading (thanks to many here for their great contributions), Orgonite might be a good candidate to try too - https://orgoniseyourself.com/how-orgonite-heals/ There are tiles one can get (although a bit more expensive) - e.g. https://fringeenergy.com/product/shungite-orgonite-tile-plain/ Besides the painting, I've got a couple of things to get to over the next couple of months and if no one has tried them, I might give it a shot. |
No - don't believe he has tried the Herkimer. As noted, for now my stuff is on hold until I get some stuff done (have new power recliners on order and will move the power recliners I have in the main room now to a secondary room and need to get stuff done with other things on the schedule). When I get around to getting some more Shungite tiles (probably not for a few months) for the secondary systems (and while they are good I don't use them tons), I'll see if I can get to it. It's not a big priority for me as I use mainly the Perfect Path stuff in the main system, as well as have Perfect Path mat in the breaker box. One of the secondary systems (while very good for audio) is used for for UHD TV and movies (and its my priority when the new sets with ATSC 3.0 tuners come out to get a bigger set than I have not and then rotate what I have - then I'll be playing with that system) more than anything else. |
Both the Perfect Path stuff and stuff like Akiko Audio (I have the Triple AC Enhancer plugged into my Torus Power Conditioner as well as of late Friday an eMat+ beneath it - and I understand that Perfect Path may also eventually be making a plug in device like the Akiko) do a similar thing as the Shungite, except much more and better (more focus). I recently used some Shungite paint on some things too - make a home version of Stop-Its. The paint doesn't stick great to the plastic child proof receptacle covers and also it's too much of a pain to get copper shielding tape on (and one ends up stripping off the paint in many cases). I kept a bunch and plugged them it. I gave a bunch to a friend (who will be away for several days) and he will bring them over to another friend's house, along with the Shungite tiles to give him a taste of it. I told him if the home made Stop-Its work to any degree, I'd take back what was left in the box (of 50) unpainted and paint them for anyone who wants to try them. When I paint my rooms, I'll use the Shungite paint on the inside of the receptacle covers (since I'm going to be taking them off anyway). Of course as a bang for the buck, the Shungite is one of the best cheap tweaks that anyone can do (so if someone hasn't jumped in you're missing out). |
The e-Cards are a bit thinner (and the size of a credit card) as the regular e-Mats as they have a magnetic side. I understand they will be coming out with an e-Card+ (no idea when or what it will be like) and a plug in device (their version I guess of the Akiko Audio Triple AC Enhancer). The eMat+ is a bit thicker. Think of an e-Card as 10% of an e-Mat (give or take and as 5% of an eMat+). |
Frank, thanks. While us crazy audiophiles always seem to have disagreements on audio issues (and I never understand why as no one can tell another what they can or can't hear or then you have some who have theories but no or little experience using something in a particular system/room and coming to the conclusion that it can't sound as good as something else), it is always important to get advice on certain matters from people with real expertise in a particular area. It also doesn't hurt to have a second opinion on something really important. If there is something that I can help in any way with let me know. Have not been as active (here or elsewhere) over the last week as I had a minor mishap (thought my calf snapped in half when I got out of bed last Wednesday night, was a horrible sound and feeling and was tested to make sure it wasn't a blood clot, which it wasn't) and just getting to the point where I only limp with only a little bit of pain (and hopeful that in a few weeks I'll be back to my old normal falling apart self). Krissy obviously has been through a lot and whatever support she needs should be the most important thing we can offer. Phil |
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My understanding is that Krissy and Tim were not married, but lived together for almost 17 years. The business was in Tim's name only. Unfortunately, New Hampshire doesn't recognize common-law marriages. That makes Krissy's status in the situation as nothing more than that of a mere "guest." There was no will, so the next of kin becomes the heirs, and what once belonged to Tim, now belongs to them. Krissy is no longer associated with Perfect Path Technologies, nor can she transact any of the products. Sad, indeed. Frank" Yes, it is true that NH is not a common law marriage state, but my understanding is that there are exceptions to certain things in death (and best to contact a real expert) - e.g. https://hagehodes.com/why-get-married-life-death-and-nh-common-law-marriage/ |