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PS Audio Power Port vs. Hubbell/Leviton

Has anyone compared the PS Audio Power Port outlet to the upgraded outlets available at Home Depot from Leviton, etc.? I looked yesterday, and the Depot had commercial and industrial (although not hospital grade) outlets, and although the outlets looked a little more durable, the electrical contacts didn't appear much different than standard. Obviously, the Power Port is a lot more $$$, but I'm wondering if it isn't understandable for nickel plating on the contacts.

Also I've seen some references on these threads to cryo treatment...could someone elaborate?
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Stay away from Leviton HG...they somehow deteriorate sonically over time. I was left for 6 months trying to find the source of an upper-mid resonance. Who would have thought it was an outlet...but it was.

Anyhow, I converted my 3 outlets to FIM and they are very, very good. No power conditioning needed. Very smooth (analog) and dynamic sound for my SS system. I spoke with Galen and while he hasn't done direct comparisons with the other brands, he does claim he hears more positive remarks from those customers using FIM. Bias? Not sure. They do sound good here.

-- Greg
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