Power Conditioners


I have been researching AC conditioners and the more I read the more I am confused. There are passive units such as the Running Springs and Velocitor and then there are the ones using transformers for "balanced power". Is one better for the front end and one for the amplifiers? Any info or opinion would be appreciated. Don
donaudio
I went with very recently with a PSAudio Duet Power Center for $299.00. I guess you can call it a passive unit. It filters the A/C power and a surge protector far better than the mass market protectors out there. It also provides four 120VAC outlets. No question there is a large difference in the overall soundstage, detail, and clarity of the music being reproduced. There's an excellent technical video on the Duet at their website psaudio.com. I also recommend folks watch their DVD called "Coal to Coltrane". They send it out free and it's a study on power in general. Very well done by their own staff and includes their President Paul McGowan. Their website is jam packed with well researched technical info on power, power cords, cable, etc. I believe in their products.
Briefly. balanced power is good for both ends. Equitechs website is quite informative with no mumbo jumbo
or magic act.
It is hard science and indisputable.
That said
there are excellent results to be had using complimentary p/c's with(after) the Equitech. And that too is fact.
if you can find a used accuphase ps-500 here in audiogon, this would be the cats meow. i purchase a ps-500 here in audiogon for $2800 and it was rated 10/10. This is an extremely good power conditioner. If you don't need more then 500w of power, then this ps-500 will be your last purchase for a power conditioner.
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