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PS Audio Quintet with Shunyata Hydra
I don't think the Hydra is over the Quintet. Just that the Plus SC power cord is NOT a very good cord. You need the Statement SC to bring out the best of the Quintet.You need to make a fair comparison between power cords. I think the Python Helix ... 
Does power conditioning really matter?
Jlineer, don't waste time on the old product like the PS Audio Ultimate Outlet. If it doesn't improve on the audio or on your friend's plasma, doesn't mean the latest models from PS Audio do not provide improvement as well.The latest models are MU... 
PS Audio Power Plant or Power Plant Premier
If Quintet is not good for your analog system, then you can at most say Quintet is not good for analog system. You can't make a general statement like you would not recommend the Quintet. I have all solid state system and the Duet, Quintet, Quinte... 
PS Audio Power Plant or Power Plant Premier
1twekr, you have asked this question in many places already. Please read the above posts. Quite a few people already stated that the new PPP is better than the old stuff. The PPP do not do balanced anymore, but so what? Balanced power is NOT the o... 
TV Selection: Two Questions
At your viewing distance, you can't go wrong with the Panasonic 50PX80 which should be about $1000 or less. Don't waste money on the 1080P set. 
Does power conditioning really matter?
Power conditioner and surge protector is necessary, just that you need to get one that will really work.For the best bang for the buck, get the PS Audio's Duet or Quintet and they are on sales right now for even better deal to make them a NO BRAINER. 
Herbies iso cups vs. BD Racing cones
I would go for the BDR mk4 Cones. They are real hot in the used market for a good reason. 
how long to break in a power conditioner?
You shouldn't be using the Monster 3600 if you are using stuff like Pass Labs. Try the PS Audio's Duet or Quintet. They are good for your large amp as well. Have fun. 
Power cord into power amp
This only prove that Isoclean filter is NO good even though it is expansive. This doesn't apply automatically to ALL other power conditioners on the market.Give the PS Audio's Duet a try. It is on sales for only US$199 right now and you will be am... 
Do I need a power cable - if so what brand?
The best bang for the buck power cord is the Pro-AC11 from Harmonic Tech, IMO. You will notice the improvement easily.Next, sell your Monster 3600 and get the PS Audio Quintet line conditioner. It is still on sales for $350 right now which has a l... 
XLO signature or Reference 3
I have talked to a couple of XLO dealers and they haven't even ordered any of them yet. So they can't tell you anything about the new series. The price is at least 20% more than the prior series though.At this tough economic situation, I don't kno... 
PS Audio Quintet Line Conditioner & Dynamics
You need "good" power cords from your Quintet to your components. What power cords are you using right now?I have all PS Audio's Statement SC power cords all around and there is NO loss of dynamic at all, just the opposit. My bass from my ATC powe... 
Power Cords for Powered Monitors
I used the PS Audio Statement SC power cords for my ATC 50ASL and three 20A-2 with very good result. As with all components, different power cords have different sound characters. It is your choice to pick the one that suit your taste.Also, the in... 
Power supply "improvements"for CDP/DVD player
One simple thing to try is to place a set of three Black Diamond Racing cones (mk3) under the RT20. One cone under the transformer, one cone right under the center of the transport mechanism. Place the last cone some where that make the RT-20 stab... 
PC's with solid core conductors?
The HT's Pro AC-11 will blow the PS Audio's Prelude SC away. Even the Plus SC is not in the same league as the Pro AC-11.I jumped from the Pro AC-11 to the Statement SC through out my system.As I said earlier, don't waste time on others unless you...