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RGPC 1200 custom vs. Furman Elite 15 pfi

I have an opportunity to get a used RGPC 1200 Custom at a great price. How is it for 2 channel audio components (tt, dac/streamer, bi-amped speakers, CD, tape deck and tv along w cable box? What about plugging an integrated tube amp into it as well? I'm familiar with the name but don't know much about the product. 
How does it compare with the Furman Elite 15 pfi?
bajaed
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jafreeman
689 posts
 
bajaed, it is best to use the RGPC 1200C for front-end components only.  I have two of them, each in different systems but for low-powered components such as DVD, TV, pre-amp, CDP, DAC.  Amp into wall....best of luck. 
jafant
18,851 posts
 
2nd,

Use a RGPC for front-end components only. A power amp into the Wall.

Happy Listening!
bajaed OP
266 posts
 
I know it costs more, but is the RGPC better than a Furman Elite 15 pfi?

Would you still plug the power amp into the wall or into the Furman.

Thanks for all the advice.
kren0006
1,859 posts
 
With the RGPC Just try it both ways and see what sounds better. Power conditioners are really system dependent. 

Sometimes will sound better with amp plugged in, sometimes to wall. RGPC works in parallel and they sometimes recommend plugging amp into wall same circuit and still get benefit.

Just try both ways and go with whatever sounds better.
output555
120 posts
 
Based on my research Richard Gray's PCs have a common complaint: Compressing and limiting dynamics. The general advice is to plug source components into his stuff, and the amp into the wall.
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