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I have another line conditioner question...

I have been trying to do some research on line conditioners. I have read many pros and cons on the subject. Some feel that they are necessary, even with dedicated lines.Others feel that no matter how good the line conditioner is, they still impose their own sonic personality on the sound and are simply a coloration tool. In 1991, IAR had issue 60 dedicated to talking about line conditioners and he basically summed it up by saying that the best line conditioner is no line conditionerat all. Maybe since 1991 line conditioners have come a long way where they help more than they hurt. I don't know. I did a little test last night. I put on one of my favorite CD's, ran it on repeat mode from midnight to 2:00 A.M. and somewhere around 1:15 to 1:30, the sound remarkably opened up and became more transparent,dynamic, and alive sounding.There was a huge difference and I don't believe it was psychological. Is there a possibility that during this time, the power was coming in cleaner, purer, and more consistent? Is there a line conditioner( either passive or active) that can give me this 1:30 A.M. power purity all the time without adding or subtracting from the signal?
sherod
sugarbrie
3,854 posts
 
That UPS device is at AudiophileAPS.com

BTW, I have the amp in my main system plugged into the wall. Everything else is plugged into a power device..
sherod OP
1,690 posts
 
Thanks for the replies. I keep my system on 24/7 so circuits are always at full capacity. And yes, I have achieved wonderful improvements with upgraded power cords. Everything sounds fine all day, but at that magic 1:30 A.M. moment, it's like a thick veil is removed and the music becomes so much more palpable and transparent.This is not only on source,Cdp, but also tuner and T.V.
Sugarbrie, thanks for the recommendation. I will do some investigation. Also, has anyone had the opportunity to evaluate the Quantum Symphony Pro product. It seems to have some sonic merit without negatively affecting the sound.
elevick
2,638 posts
 
If you have such a power change at 1am, you might actually benefit from a PS Audio Power Plant or similar. They are pricey but if you notice that much of a difference.....
My conditioner has it easy just isolating my system from the a/c unit, dishwasher, etc...
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