Surge protection for SF Line 3

If your concerned about power surges and restoral of power spikes, then get with your power company and see if they offer a surge protection device which mounts onto the outside power meter (they pull your meter from the box, install a surge protector which is similiar in size to the meter & then re-connect the meter to the surge protector). I've had one for several years now, and have never had any worries. My power company charges $4 per month -- oh well, a simliar device, which I'll call a Transient Voltage Surge Suppressor (TVSS) made by Square D is over $1K and doesn't include installation -- let alone getting an act of congress to approve the install to the power meter (which no one owns but the power company). Several years ago, a lightening strike hit across the street and that house lost practically everything plugged into the wall (TV's, Computers, Fridge, etc).

I highly recommend the Richard Gray system since it is a "parallel" conditioner. Chris Johnson is probably most concerned about current limiting - NOT an issue with the RGPC 600 or 1200 (or even 400). Being a parallel conditioner, it is the most effective at eliminating line noise without imparting it's own signature.
My experience with the Hydra is that it was a little too smoothing for my system but may work for you. But, again, it will be inline with the power and probably what Chris Johnson is suggesting you avoid

My budget is about $600.00 for this unit

Hi Spaz,

I can vouch for a Furman Elite 15PF which I use for my equipment. It will not limit the current to your power amp and I never found it to have a sonic character of it's own.
It's cost is about $600.00. Just have a review at www.audioadvisors.com or Furman's own website. I replaced my PS audio set up with the Furman. Reputable company and has been in the business a long time.