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Surge protector
You sure it’s not the fuse that needs to be replaced?  
Puritan 136 vs 156 for simple system
@temmple I’ll go back and expand on my original suggestion… You have an $1800 integrated amp and a $1600 DAC. A $2200 power conditioner, upgraded cables or any tweaks be it network or vibration control is putting the cart in front of the horse. O... 
Puritan 136 vs 156 for simple system
My opinion - instead of dumping cash into power conditioner, upgrade your dac. Install a dedicated line if possible and add better power cords. In this order. A power conditioner isn’t going to magically transform this system. I had PSM156 and mu... 
New expensive power cord for amp and no change in sound?
The OP mentioned Shunyata Sigma was the power cable. I think that post was removed. Not sure what $500 power cord he’s using though.  
How to get AirPlay into my older system.
Congrats!!!  
Newbie Q about DACs - built in or separate?
@tshark how is your luxman sacd player connected to 8900?  
Newbie Q about DACs - built in or separate?
@tshark McIntosh built in DAC is ok. I suspect the DAC in your luxman cdp is better. You have nice gear. Try running luxman into 8900 using nice XLR cables and evaluate luxman vs McIntosh dac.   
A stupid question(s) about power cords
Np! Trying Heimdall 2 with 60 day policy is a no brainer. I would also try it on the amp and pre. It’s a great cable.  
A stupid question(s) about power cords
@immatthewj yep regular 15A IEC plug. Works fine with SA10. And yes sorry not a fan but I think it was more of a synergy and preference since the SA10 gets consistently good reviews. I just didn’t like it in my system.  What I like about the Nordo... 
Wifi ethernet jack recommendation
Mesh network should be a nice solution. I’m using EERO and it is rock solid.   
New expensive power cord for amp and no change in sound?
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A stupid question(s) about power cords
@immatthewj just sold SA10 few months ago. Nordost Heimdall 2 was a nice match with it. Opened up the top end a bit and improved clarity. Give it a shot.   
New expensive power cord for amp and no change in sound?
vonhelmholtz 911 posts 05-07-2024 at 07:21pm  Now that we have solved the power cord dilemma, let’s discuss something less controversial..like “climate change “.   LOL @vonhelmholtz   
New expensive power cord for amp and no change in sound?
@immatthewj absolutely! My pass amps are rocking audience forte f3 now (under $200 each). I also like TWL Seven Plus. Did not like AQ Hurricane, Tornado and Thunder. Loved Nordosr Frey 2. Furutech was really good as well. Didn’t like Cardas and Ac... 
New expensive power cord for amp and no change in sound?
@immatthewj extremely bright and fatiguing. I couldn’t tolerate normal volume for more than few songs. My system is smooth and non fatiguing and I can listen for hours. But not with the Alpha NR v2. I had two if these at some point, one on Pass XP...