I have the PSM 156 and the Synergistic Research PowerCell 8 UEF. I didn't feel the PowerCell did anything one way or the other. I did like the PSM 156 but honestly it is simply very time consuming to swap 5 cords so any listening test is very susceptible to what I like to call pyscho-acoustic delusions, i.e. the belief that whatever you have just bought sounds better. Having said that, I felt the PSM 156 sounded better. All those tropes about a quieter, blacker background and more dimensional sound seemed to apply. I did not feel the PS Audio BHK 300 monoblocks were negatively affected by being plugged into the PSM 156. I did try several power cords into the PSM 156 and I did feel better cords made a difference and I settled on a Triode WIre Labs Obsession. The second best cord was a fairly cheap Cullen cord. When I was researching all this it seemed like most people were happy with the PSM 156, especially taking into account its price point.
Puritan PSM156 recommendation
I'm finally looking to get a proper power unit for my equipment. In order to connect my power amp, pre amp, phono, streamer/dac and turntable. So far, I've been reading a lot of great reviews on the Puritan PSM156. I can potentially get a decent discount on a new one. I have a dedicated 15 Amp wall plug. One key thing I did like as well, it states that it protects from surges.
Without comparing to something more expensive, how does this compare to the Furutech ones, Audience forte V8 Power w/ forte f3 powerChord (probably out of the question since it doesnt surge protect) and the Synergistic Research PowerCell 8 UEF (which I think also doesn't surge protect). I think the Shunyata's are way more pricier as well. Just some examples from some local shop recommendations at the lower (ish) price points.
I could surge protect my panel, but wont be able to do it for awhile. It is something I do want to eventually do.
Let me know what the feedback is on the Puritan, given its price point.