Power line conditioners- to use or not to use? That is the question?

The answer is yes and no. 

Panamax and Furman two very commercial brands tend not to make an audible difference.

We have many different power conditioners in our shop including: Isotek, Audio Magic, Audience. and Running Springs the difference that a good power conditioner can make is huge.

AC power can have noise, RF and EMI which can thereby be amplified and added into a musical signal which create grunge.

The other issue is that the powerline may sag and a good power conditioner can bring stabiity. which increases your systems sound quality.

Dave and Troy
Audio Doctor NJ

Paul 8060 I would not buy that combo the NAD M32 is too forward with the Focals you need a warmer amp.

As per the power conditioner argument we had taken systems which were good and made them great by adding good power conditioning.

A good power conditioner can add warmth to a system, can remove glare, tighten up the bass, and increase the sound stage width and depth.

The wrong power conditioner can remove detail and stunt bass and dynamics.

The cleaner the power the better your gear will sound. 

Good power conditioners are not cheap, and really run from $2k to $10k most of the sub $2k units don't make much of a real difference.

Dave owner
Audio Doctor NJ