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.
Slaw, the main point, it seems, is to not remove the outer cover and door of the panel to expose the breakers and wires. The mats are to be placed on the outside---I have them over the breaker switches and have to leave the door open---not much room there. Or, you can place them over the closed door---or on the inside of the door, space permitting. Others, please reply, as well. |
One correction: In describing Omega single and Omega+ mats, I meant to say they are a bit more than 1/16" in thickness, not 1/8". I am so impressed with the idea of these mats, which don’t need to be put into or onto a circuit. Omega mats don’t depend on any part of your system, cords or AC wiring. Rather, they work independently, without interfering or adding burden, requiring no tradeoffs. Using Omega mats doesn't force you to backtrack, change your system or decisions--your system remains as you intended. Omega mats work to allow your system to sound as it should. |
Day three with two Omega+ mats on my CD player and the music has never sounded so clear, so dimensional. New details are emerging yet again--after I thought I was hearing so deeply into the music, even more inner details are present. I've said before there seems to be no end to the improvements--I'm saying it again. |
Listening to Santana 3, one of the '70's digital transfers I always wished had turned out better. It just got a lot better since adding in two Omega+ mats---amazing, really. Well, you know Uber, Frank is a gentleman in the industry and will reach out to a peer, or a supposed one, which does not seem to be the case with Jay23. |
Staying on topic: Geoff, you just mentioned we are not really hearing digital well due to micro vibrations, CD wobble and scattered-light reading errors. Even though you are off the grid with your Walkman, these drawbacks do exist in your small player--not knocking it at all--because, IMO, with the Omega mat, you are realizing or are about to realize what has been the much bigger source of sound degradation: the RFI that saturates all things. Looking forward to your report. An all-out-assault CDP or turntable will mitigate/eliminate the artifacts you listed, but the "final frontier" of bad sound is, IME, now being addressed by PPT’s Omega E mats. Why? Because they work so well to change what I am hearing, RFI has to have been the more important problem to solve. The Omega mats are causing my gear and house wiring to reject RFI. Just placing the mats is an experiment that, having done nothing else to my house or my system, controls for variables and produces significant changes directly attributable to the independent variable---the Omega mats. It’s simply indisputable in my experience. The music is so much clearer, you won’t care about wobble or rumble. Ok, you will, but those problems can be solved and recede as major contributors compared to what’s in the air. The mats improve over days and should not be moved once in place--if moved, place them back within an hour is what I recall--clarification needed. What that tells me is that they pair a field with the gear to provide rejection of ambient signals that intrude upon, conduct with and mask what we want to hear--other explanations invited. |
Geoff sez: >>>>No, actually these drawbacks don’t exist in my SONY WALKMAN 🚶🏻♂️CD player because I’ve taken the time to eliminate them with my New Dark Matter, my vibration isolation system and my Mystery Tweak, the latter a CD stabilization tweak that I’ve decided not to sell because then it wouldn’t be a secret any more. 🤫 OK, nice to hear you've tricked out your Walkman---you did mention you have a mat coming---hope you'll tell us what it does for your Walkman. "It's no longer classified--is it....." |
Hi Slaw, Looking at your system, I see you have attacked AC line noise and vibration to the Nth degree---really impressive stuff and gear. Yeah, these Omega mats are a huge leap forward, but since you've put them far from your system, there's no reason to take things out that you know are good. If you were to do anything next with PPT right at your components, the Total Contact would be a great complement at your plug, pin, spade connections. I started with Total Contact and was so impressed, I kept commenting in general that, no matter what we have in high-quality gold and rhodium connections, they are not enough--after applying Total Contact to all of the above, I regard any plugged connection, necessary as they are, as a problem area. |
Listening to day twelve of two Omega+ mats on top of CP player, but I did not listen to my system on days 8 through 11. The music gets better by the day, and those of you who know this can imagine what a four-day layoff brings. Everything I put on sounds like a newly-issued remaster--some songs are so changed in character, they almost sound like different versions. You know, when you listen for familiar "landmarks" that stand out in the soundscape---they are now overtaken by a richness of low and midrange overtones, newly blossomed out of what seemed like a formerly stark presentation. And there are newly-distinct solo instruments that jump out of the margins of the soundstage. And I'm listening to Arthur Lyman, "Taboo 2", a mix from his many records from the 50's and 60's that popularized the Polynesian sound, full of exotic percussion, bird cries and vibes. Look up his bio and three-dimensional recording techniques, achieved naturally--his music was featured in stereo demonstrations of the day. I just received a veritable library of CDs in the mail today from Frank, who recorded and catalogued them for me from his collection. Thank you, Frank, for this historic collection of music! |
Glupson, you’re not reading for comprehension---I just told you the systems are quite good, and I asked you to describe your own. If you had done so, I would have said, as good as your system is, it would sound as good as it actually is if you had some Omega mats in place. This is the point we are trying to make about these mats’ effectiveness in rejecting the EMI that masks the signal. In my opening statement, I said a few of us who have these new mats were asked to introduce them, not because we work for the company, but because we are using them. If you wrote here about how great your new audio component sounds, would you say you are running an ad? No--you would not. Viber, you said you have been concerned about the ill health effects EMI has on your body. I looked at the products on the lessEMI website. From what you have said, it appears you have purchased EMI-shielding bedding and clothing? Fine--good. Perhaps you have lain under your covers and have tested their effectiveness via a gauss meter--good, I hope they work for you. Tim Mrock, the developer of PPT products, had devoted decades to his craft. Of course he tested the effectiveness of his products. That he had not revealed physical and test data speaks more to his proprietary rights than to customers’ marketing expectations. From now on, Glupson, I expect you to act like an adult on here. If you do not, I kindly invite you to leave. |
Thank you, Grannyring. Modern capitalism takes many forms. atdavid and Glubson: while I did introduce this new mat, I am not pressuring others to buy it, rather, I am reporting on my enjoyment and on its effectiveness, which is consistent with the spirit of other threads on PPT products going back two years or so. The purpose of these threads is to report findings and to inform others who are looking for ways to improve their systems. That purpose is found within the larger intent of this entire forum, including seeking help with problems, helping others to solve problems, warning against common mistakes, et al. For those of you who enjoy criticizing, shaming, citing mass delusion--your fate as an audiophile is that of a smear artist. |
Hi bdp24, PPT pricing has recently been greatly reduced. One original Omega mat used to cost $600, now it is only $300. Two Omega+ mats (Emat+) at $900 is now a bargain, especially since the Emat+ is being reported as a doubling of power in rejecting EMI. Do you have a component surface upon which you can place one, where the field effect will project downward as well as upward? Or, placed over your breaker panel switches is a good place. For the original Omega mat, I like to place them under a component. Both versions do project a field upward and downward, though. |
Ok, I accede to Frank's more magnanimous nature and apologize to everyone. I promised to uphold a standard of decency on this thread---I have broken with that. In the past, I have been protective of PPT products because Tim, the originator, was trying to get off the ground, and his offerings worked so well, I was spared the desire to upgrade. With each addition, some sent gratis, I have become more appreciative of the results--and of my modest system. Lately, with Tim's passing, I and others have been supportive of she who remains to carry forth the business and legacy. She is determined, she is generous, she is mourning. We want her to succeed. I would have to say I'm a bit selfish in that, because these products are extremely important--and to some of the most avid system builders. |
All of the PPT products work well--that’s why there has been so much interest and talk. As a recent startup, PPT lacks the resources for large production and legal protection. A large company could copy the product, flood the market, bury a single proprietor in legal costs, drain resources and kill the business. Even if a person could eventually win in court, what a drag it would all have become--an end to a dream....all that hard work for naught. Why not show some respect for the small entrepreneur and for the American Dream? |
"It’s a lose lose situation. The Chinese or the Russkies will copy it and produce it. Your patent does no good over there." GK Could there be a tech scout sniffing around here, intending to pirate some ideas to sell, patents be damned? Regarding EMI, perhaps I have simply offered up a red herring to throw you off. Frank and I started this thread to announce good news---clear sailing, smooth roads and better sound ahead. Many have jumped on to enjoy the PPT ride, a few are just trying to shoot the tires out. That’s the way these threads go. All in all, I’m not too displeased, though. How about a George Carlin skit for perspective? Just for fun, really. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aIkqNiBASfI Most of all, enjoy your music! |
Welcome, Audiotigger--I don’t have a streamer and have not tried the Q Point, which looks like a nice product. In its instructions, the user is advised to place it on the thinner of two metal surfaces of a housing if there is a difference to choose from. It also needs to be plugged in. The Omegas are passive, are large, and, from users’ experiences, have great penetrating power and range. I have mats lying on the floor under my Maggies, and they affect the crossovers, which are around 4-6" above them. Users have mats over and under all components and electrical panels. If your streamer has a DAC/preamp, the mats will improve your sound. The Nordost has some good reviews and has a lower entry price. Whichever you choose, please post back on how things are working for you--thanks. |
Before cars had antenna wires in their windshields--back around 1970--I would pick up a winter beater--or a daily beater--for around $200. These cars usually lacked antennas---snapped off at the fender long before. I would stick a coat hanger in there--then got good radio reception---I'm sure many of you did the same. It seems any piece of wire also makes a good antenna for broadcast, so you can imagine what 300-400 feet of copper wire does in your house, not to mention the wiring in and between your components. What are your thoughts on this, folks? |
at david, the reason I asked is because my system is powered from both buss bars, running into the 240V/120V isolation transformer that sits at the bottom of my component stands. As far as I've heard, this is the way to have balanced power on the 120V side of the transformer. This was a big key for my system--I recommend it. |
Yeah, I agree Tom. I thought it reasonable to focus on wiring as a source of unwanted noise in the form of RFI---that much, it seems, is agreed upon. From there, we apply various remedies, such as power conditioners, transformers, shielding, XLR connections---whatever we may try, we are plagued--saturated with--transmissions of all types--anyone care to list them? Unless, as you say, we could get away from it all. Those satellites, though...... I have suggested throughout that the mats project a field to protect against/reject RFI around where they are placed. I do not know this to a reasonable degree of certainty--I am no more privileged than anyone else on here to know the precise workings of any of the PPT line, but I did want to talk about the Omega mats, and this required a working idea, a plausible hypothesis, around which discussion and interest can be generated. |
Again, you're just not reading for comprehension, Gluppy. See my disclaimer toward the top of this page, then see my comment just a few posts up. You came on here, made derisive comments, and then played the victim, claiming you gave free marketing consultations and weren't appreciated for it. Can you just stand down? |
I looked back on the old Emat thread and read some of Tim’s comments: There are no crystals---the Omega mats are solid state. The mat’s power is not stopped by 2" granite, 1" aluminum or by 1/2" rolled steel. The effectiveness of the mats does not degrade over time. Beyond these clues, Tim stated he did not want to give away his intellectual property. |
"Considering that I am using power conditioners and have fairly clean power, do you think the Omega Mats would bring further noticeable improvements?" audiotigger Yes, I do believe Omega mats would improve the sound. I have Richard Gray's Isogray setup, and even though this is supposed to be clean power, even one mat under CD player made a big difference. These mats help everywhere--over circuit box and around components. I have more than a few of them now. |
No one, including myself, has figured out how the mats do what they do, but let’s go over Tim’s clues again: The mats have no crystals--they are solid state. The mats do not lose their effectiveness over time. The mat’s field is not blocked by 2" granite, 1" aluminum or by 1/2" rolled steel---insofar as the materials he listed. The magnetized surface of the mat does not activate or rely on its power to improve sound. The mats improve over about two weeks. If you remove a mat, you have about an hour to replace it, or you will basically be starting over on your two weeks. Cutting a mat in half or in pieces will destroy its power to affect what you want improved. From these clues, it seems fair to say the mats pair a field of action with the component or device near to where you have placed it. This field is not easily blocked by common materials that house or support your system. Tim may have given more clues over the many threads these past months. Krissy may have to make corrections and maybe add more if she chooses. Frank, you may recall some things, too, that would be informative. Others close to the owners may want to clarify some things, as well. The intent here is not to "figure the mats out" in an intrusive way--only to describe their use and effectiveness. All in all, the main purpose here is to discuss the products from experience and out of curiosity in those who may want to try them. These are important products that are not to be derided as fraudulent, nor or users of these products here to be bullied. Now, let’s have insightful and respectful discussion, or none at all. |
