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Wall Receptacle Oyaide R0, Furutech GTX-G and SR Black UEF

Hi there been searching around for some good receptacles as I am about to do some reno work for a dedicated room and I have narrowed down to these 3 brands based on what I have read in the web and on the availability within my reach. 

I am thinking of getting one of them but problem is, it is not easy to do a comparison specifically to these 3 series and I have not read so far anyone doing a comparison for specifically the oyaide R0 receptacle which is an unplated version of R1. 

So I am asking here for some help if anyone have had the privilege trying them all in their setup? I have read the thread on this forum "SR red fuse" started by Oregonpapa touching on the SR blacks receptacle with David pritchard comments on it which is btw a very good and informative thread and I have ordered the SR black fuse for my amp based on their reviews and other members too who have pitched in too.

There lots of other kinds of receptacles around and I am aware there are some that do not believe with those uber expensive receptacles performing better than a hospital grade receptacle but then this hobby is full of surprises and voodoos that over the years have made me a believer.
 
A little detail on my setup I am using ARC's (ref150,ref 6 and cd 9) paired up with SF Guarneri EVO's. As for cables am using full loom Transparent Ultra MM2 hooked on to my QB8 which is using Frey 2 power cable to my wattgate wall receptacle.
tjbhuler
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tjbhuler OP
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Hi guys thanks for the replies really appreciate it.  What I'm keen to know more is the character each of these receptacles and what are the changes and impact that it made in your system. So that I can have a better judgment on which should i go for.

Cost is always an issue here especially with the renovations that I'm doing. Im from Malaysia and US dollar is not cheap now even those hubbles and porter are expensive now which i have to order online since it is not available in my region. As for the furu and oyaide I have a distributor here and he has some old stocks before the currency hike. It is still expensive than the hubbles and porter but not significantly more now. So getting those furu, oyaide receptacles seems to be a wiser choice. As for the SR blacks that is very expensive as it was recently released but i decided to place them in as an option also since it has been getting good reviews.

Yes going for all 3 will solve the riddle but that's not how i would like to do it.  What David said on trying out every 6 months or so each of those receptacle is a good way but it will be much better if i can get an offhand info regarding these receptacles before my purchase. 
michelzay
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This is my experience: I began with Hubble Cryo version (like Porter outlets). The difference compared to ordinary Hubble outlet was huge. I moved to SR tesla Red and it was even better. Then I replaced them with Furutech GTX-G on amp side (Solid state) and GTX-R on sources/preamp. I found more improvement on both frequency extremes, much better transition on notes, better sound stage and much better articulation on vocals and notes. Most people suggests GTX-Rhodium for Tube based systems like yours which is well justified as reasoning, also based on my own experience.  There are tones of comments about Oyaide vs. Furutech. I would recommend this article too:

http://www.enjoythemusic.com/magazine/equipment/0114/audiophile_ac_outlets.htm

BTW, I've never seen any review about SR Black UEF! However, I would guess it has same sound signature of SR outlets which is very open on High frequencies.

hope that would help...
Cheers.
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davidpritchard
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michelzay:

What a wonderful concise review of outlets and thank you for providing the link to the outlet review. I agree with your observations and the "Enjoy the Music" article's conclusions. I do hope all audiophiles will read this article.

The Synergistic Black outlet (to me) has qualities of the SR Tesla Plex outlet mixed with the increased detail and air of the Furutech GTX-R.

When evaluating any of the discussed outlets, please give them a week of electricity flowing thru them before making a final decision.

David Pritchard

nmmusicman
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Being a long time Oyaide user/advocate, I could shed a bit of light on the R1 vs. R0 outlets. The R1 is one of the most refined outlets available with excellent octave to octave balance along with an excellent delineated soundstage. However, it is somewhat romantic and as such should be chosen with care when implemented in ones system.

The R0 is a much more refined R1 with the romanticism stripped away 
which yields a most stunningly accurate soundstage and bass control.
The highs are as neutral as I've heard along with a linear midband.

Of course, anyone considering outlets in this category should seriously
start with the Oyaide WPC-Z wall mount plate system as this allows the outlet(s) to really show their attributes. 

As to the other 2 outlets, I have a SR Tesla Plex SE and it is a very nice piece providing an outstanding soundstage along with solid top to bottom balance and extended/refined lows. I use one to feed my REL Stadium lll subbass system with outstanding results

I've always wanted to try the Furutech outlets and may do so here someday, especially the GTX series.

Hope this helps
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davidpritchard
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Thank you nmmusicman for reminding outlet users to consider using the Oyaide WPC-Z (outlet mounting holder + carbon fiber face plate). The WPC-Z improves the sound by holding the outlet more securely in place and the carbon face plate helps improve the purity of the signal.

As a bonus the outlet also has a very professional - custom installation look.

After installing the Oyaide + the wall outlet of your choice, I hope the advanced audiophile will consider buying a Hagerman FryCorder.

This unit from Jim Hagerman plugs into wall outlet and then conditions the circuit's wiring all the way back to the utility company's transformer! Takes three days but you can listen to your music while it is working. Then remove the Frycorder from the circuit.

WPC-Z + Syner

David Pritchard
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