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pwr conditioner - vans evers unlimiter

hi all,

as i got no response when posting this in a thread on the ps-audio ultimate outlet, i thought i'd fish for feedback in a gnu thread. so, has anyone had any experience w/gnus? ;~)

seriously, i presently run my amps straight-in to the wall outlets - it gives the best sound - i don't tink i could afford the two ps-audio p1200's i'd prolly need to power-condition my amps w/o sucking the life outta them! ;~) but, i'm nervous running 'em unprotected - has anyone had any experience w/the vans evers *unlimiter*? this is a four-outlet conditioner specifically for amps, said specifically *not* to limit the current awailable to yer amps, regardless of their draw. at a retail price of $675, it sounds like it mite almost be worthwhile...

thanks in adwance, doug s.

http://www.vansevers.com/Conditioners/2_channel/Unlimiter/unlimiter.html

thanks, doug s.

sedond
sugarbrie
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I have a Vansevers Reference 83. It has two plugs dedicated for amplifiers. I did some experimentation. Even just moving the Amp from a regular analog or digital plug on the conditioner to the Amplifier plug had a very positive improvement. I would think a separate amplifier conditioner would be even better. Mike Vansever also makes separate dedicated digital and analog conditioners. Have you read all the information on his website? Quite of few recording studios are using his stuff.
kennyd
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The VE Unlimiter is a great product that I highly recommend. It offers the perfect solution to the issue of running "naked" into the wall directly. No more worries about spikes/surges. Well worth the $$$ IMHO. I am using mine to power a BAT VK-500 and haven't noticed ANY loss in dynamics. In fact, having a clean power supply for my amplifier has really enhanced the overall performance of my system. Just be sure to replace the crappy stock cord that comes with it.

Ken
sugarbrie
3,854 posts
 
I am using a "standard" (about $150) Vansevers power cord with my Reference 83. Much better than the stock cord. I also use one on my REL sub.
bob_bundus
1,834 posts
 
Doug: no experience with The Unlimiter but here's a good alternative. I have the Chang Lightspeed 9900 AMP. 30 amp capacity, has 4 hospital outlets, MOV (varistor) line-transient protection, input & output LED indicators, & does not constrain the amps' current. Works fine with upgrade AC cords. hope this helps...
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