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Perfect Path Technologies

Other threads have been focused on one particular product, and I thought it might be appropriate to start a more general one to discuss various current (and future) products from this company. Users of PPT products, and those who are interested in or considering them, please post your experience, thoughts, questions etc.


Lively, spirited dialog is encouraged, but please, be respectful and do not engage in personal attacks on, or disparagement of, other posters. Remember, tolerance is all about how we treat those we disagree with.


I purchased a new home in early October, so I have been in the process of getting my system set up, settled in, and back to where it was before. During that time I had forgotten a little bit how profound the “Perfect Path Effect” is. Does it defy conventional thinking, and easy explanation? Absolutely, but I have proven to myself over and over that it is very real.


All the signal and AC connections in my system were previously treated with Total Contact. It had plenty of time to cure, so I did not reapply it when I set up this time. I have 16 of the original Omega mats, two each under my CD transport, DAC, pre, amp, power strip, on top of my speakers, and on the outside of my breaker box. I have an Alpha card on the back of both speakers, over the crossover. I have StopIts on the unused inputs and output of my pre. I have StopIt ACs in all the unused listening room outlets. The latest addition is a pair of Omega+ mats on the outside of my breaker box.


I could go on and on about natural detail & dynamics, coherence, involvement with, and just plain “realness” of the music, but, in the end, it’s something you have to hear for yourself. I really wish I could have everyone that reads this over to listen with me 🙂


tommylion

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tommylion OP
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My wife enjoys listening with me sometimes, and has a very good ear. Not sure how well that would go over, though. Maybe an Orange fuse? 😉
tommylion OP
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Two (now 3) mentions of the dreaded orange fuse? The vultures are sure to descend on this thread now! 😱
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t_ramey,

Sometimes my wife and I will debate about which polarity sounds better for a particular song or album. She often wins.
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liquidsound,

TC does take some time to fully cure (8 weeks), but after that, it becomes hard and durable, so it can be plugged & unplugged without reapplication being necessary. Even after it is fully cured, it can be removed easily with alcohol, if that is a concern.

I would choose connections that you can leave alone for 8 weeks to try it initially. You should notice improvements right away, but there is a substantial bump at 4 weeks, and an even bigger one at 8 weeks. Mark your calendar, because, IME, they are pretty much to the day. Don’t be alarmed if things go south, at times, during the first week of break in. It can be a little bit of a roller coaster, but, if the sound is “off” on a particular day, it will come back better the next. I know all this may sound like a pain, but the end result is definitely worth it.

If you want to try PPT in a more convenient, easily reversible way, with less break in time, I would recommend the Alpha card or Omega mat.
tommylion OP
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jerrybj,

I have orange fuses in my CD transport and amp (DAC is next). They are great, but don't you know talking about them kills threads around here 😉
tommylion OP
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jerrybj,

Excellent post, yours is the kind of attitude that still makes this forum worthwhile.

Did the wink emoji I used at the end of my post come come across on your end? I am using an iPad, and I’m not sure if the Apple emojis show up on other platforms. My comment was meant to be a lighthearted poke at the frustrating behavior of certain posters on this forum you are referring to.
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millercarbon,

I am very grateful that we are able enjoy the benefits of things, without having to know the how or why.
tommylion OP
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They are indeed impressive. The sound of my system took a brief turn south last night. I have learned to take this as a good sign when breaking in PPT products. Sure enough, it came back better than ever today 😀
tommylion OP
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Just added two more Omega+s on my breaker box, and one under my CD transport. Very nice, more transparency and relaxed musicality. Can’t wait until they fully settle in! 😃

I’ll have to try them on the back of my speakers next. I already have two original Omegas on top of each speaker.
tommylion OP
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Today, after 16 days in place, the latest 3 Omega+s “popped”. They have taken my system to a place of immediacy & realism previously unheard.

tommylion OP
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Two on the outside of my breaker box (along with 2 +s and 2 originals that were there previously), and one under my CD transport (along with 2 originals).
tommylion OP
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I don't have a Gate, but I think (hope) all the mats on the box give me a taste of what it does. Right now, it's hard to imagine how it can sound any better...until it does 😉
tommylion OP
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I had thought the 3 latest +mats in my system were pretty much done breaking in. Over this last weekend, though, they surprised me, and the sound has gotten even better.

Happy New Year everyone!
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