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Power Cord & Power Conditioner Recommendations

I just put together a new system:

Rega Planar 3
Rega Fono Pre
Naim Uniti Star
GoldenEar Triton One.R
Wireworld Oasis Cables & Interconnects

There is so much conflicting information and out there about power cords and conditioners and so many manufacturers and products. Any advice about power cords / conditioners? Do they make a big difference? Recommendations for this system (I don't want to overkill $$$ wise)? Also of note the Tritons have powered subwoofers which each need their own cord. Any input would be greatly appreciated thanks!  
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lowrider57
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Me thinks you need to educate yourself on the different types of power conditioners. There are passive and active conditioners. Then there are power regenerators which PS Audio is known for. Also, not all PC's have surge protection. That's what's found on most power strips and protects your gear during power spikes. 

Lots of info in the archives:
https://forum.audiogon.com/search/index?utf8=%E2%9C%93&query=Power+conditioners


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lowrider57
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It's so true about RFI found in the home and in the air from external sources. This adds noise to the electrical wiring and also the audio signal cables. 
Look for a PC with RFI/EMI filtering.

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lowrider57
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Look through the classifieds for a used unit. Audiophiles upgrade power conditioners as often as other components.

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lowrider57
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Core Power Equi=Core on sale:
https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lisab14e-core-power-equi-core-1800-mk2-with-another-great-review-a...=

It’s a great product, I own the mk1.
Check out the Underwood Hifi website.

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lowrider57
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Can't answer your question, but the EquiCore is balanced power. The hot and neutral are separated from the ground and inverted out of phase. Noise on these lines is removed, then output with a new ground.
Same as a fully balanced amp.


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