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Perfect Path Tecnologies ‘The Gate’

Having been a music lover and audio enthusiast for more decades than I care to admit to I’ve had the privilege of owning some tremendous components over those years and thought I had attained a level of musical enjoyment that would be difficult to improve upon without spending more money than I could afford. Then along came The Gate to turn my audio conceptions on end. 

While I was quite skeptical of all of the positive proclamations regarding the Perfect Path mats, cards and contact enhancer ( how could they possibly bring about such sonic improvements?) I took the plunge and purchased a nano bundle to see what the hubbub was all about. Much to my surprise they not only brought about improvements to my systems’ ability to recreate a more musical sound but did so in spades. 

When Tim of Perfect Path Technologies asked if I wanted to try his new product, The Gate, I jumped at the chance thinking it would be a nice addition to what the other products provided. I wasn’t prepared for the quantum leap The Gate brought to my music listening pleasure. As much as the other products brought about a much lower noise floor, greater detail and delicacy, improved dynamics, richer tone and more realism The Gate does so in magnitudes difficult to describe. The best way I can describe its affect is unreal purity leading the most realistic musical sound I’ve had the pleasure of experiencing.....outside of a live performance obviously. It has me listening to all of my CD’s as if for the first time again.

I have no idea how The Gate actually works or what it does I just know it’s the most dramatic tweak to my system I’ve ever experienced and I wouldn’t think of being without it. As to how it’s implemented, it’s installed in the electrical panel with one lead connected to the common buss and the other to a breaker ( preferably 220). Hope I got the terminology correct.....I’m far from being an electrician!

At $4,999.00 it’s not cheap but worth every penny to me as I’ve spent more on components with less sonic improvement. 

Lastly, I realize some will scoff at something they can’t understand and I get not understanding it as I don’t, but I would hope people could keep their skepticism healthy and civil. I am not here to promote or sell, nor do I have any affiliation with PPT. I am only sharing something that I’ve found to be transforming in my system. Sorry for the lengthy introduction.
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willgolf
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I have just completed reading this thread.  OMG.  So, I am building a new house.  I used the PPT paste in my last house on all of my components.  I also used the SR Blue fuse on my Raven Tube amp.  Yes, I did hear an improvement in sound.  So now I am wondering what I really need to do.  

It sounds like if I install the Gate in my 400amp panel that is all I need to do for cleaner power and surge protection.  Why would I also need the Mats?  Cards? Or for that matter the Paste?   How can you really determine the difference in sound quality between these various tweaks?  I find it hard to believe that you will have that much more of an incremental improvement in sound by adding all of these tweaks.

I am going to have another theater room with high end projection.  Would the gate improve the picture from the projector?

When the house is complete I am getting all new equipment.  Lucky me.  
I will paste my components similar to before.  If I don't spend the money on the gate and buy the Mats, I am not sure I understand how they are attached in the circuit panel box?  Do you glue them to the inside panel? 
I have a Lumin X-1 streamer.  It is on one inch footers.  Would you place the mat underneath the Lumin or on top of it?

So the question for me is do I want to spend money on a whole house surge protection system or the Gate?  Or do I just want to get the New SR Orange fuses, paste my contact points and buy a few Mats.  

By the way, my new two channel system will consist of Viking Acoustic Grande Voix speakers, Canary Audio M600 Mono tube amps and C1800 Preamp with the Lumin X-1 streamer.  I know I will have beautiful music even if I don't do a thing.

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thecarpathian
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Hi willgolf, the mats have a magnetic side so you simply stick them on your breaker panel box.
Sorry, I can't answer your other questions, I think only you can decide how much improvement other products besides the Gate will have in your system.
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oregonpapa
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willgolf ...

Lucky you, indeed. However, I suspect that hard work and innovation had a lot more to do with your success than luck. :-)

The PPT products build on each other. Every step is an improvement. Once I had the Gate installed, and already having used the TC paste everywhere possible, I thought there was no more to wring from the system. Then along came the Stop-Its and the Omega Plus Mats.

I don’t have an overhead projector like you do, but I do have a rear-projection 73" Mitsubishi TV. I’ve pasted all contacts on the DVD player and the satellite box. I also pasted the connections for the projector bulb. I have the original E-mats under the DVD player and satellite box as well. To say that the picture was improved would be an understatement. And, as the other members will attest to ... I never overstate a position. :-)

Of all the PPT products, The Gate was the most effective. Second to The Gate would be the new Omega + E-Mats. I’m not discounting the TC paste here either. I’m kind of in a quandary at this point trying to decide what ranks where ... but The Gate is definitely number one.

As you know, there’s a 90-day return policy, so you might want to try everything out before you make a final decision. Give Krissy a call. She will be more than helpful and very willing to help you out.

Frank

PS: On the mats in the circuit breaker box. I have four mats, plus The Gate in my circuit breaker box at this point in time. I just stacked the mats up against the switches and gently closed the door. Amazing results.
audiolover718
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Hi everyone,

Proud new “Gater” here and wanted to share my initial feelings.  
I’ve been lucky to have the good fortune to have been able to upgrade my gear in a short period of a few years... the results have been phenomenal.
 I wish to say that even with upgrading numerous and various things, and feeling very satisfied with the return on investment, the addition of the gate allows my pieces to really show their capabilities, so much more so, that I can’t say that was even aware of their true potential before.  I do believe that my system is extremely musical and satisfying. I know there is better gear out there, and there is lesser gear out there for sure. But I can honestly say, finally, that I’m not interested in the latest and greatest.   My system plays music now with such truth, that upgrades aren’t something I dream about.  That is freedom.   

Now, I’ve read through these pages, and I’ve seen how ugly and personal things can get.  Be sure, I have no desire for a back and forth with anyone here, respectfully.   I’m just posting my experience with this product.  Nothing more, nothing less. I’m here to discuss the gate.  

 Over the years, I may have come across as over zealous about things I’ve done or got for the system, and while I agree it can be a turn off, especially for those skeptical,(myself included) I must give credit where it is due, and the gate deserves credit for allowing me to enjoy my system to a degree never obtained before.  I absolutely understand the enthusiasm for the gate 

Over the years, I’ve learned that buying a system based on specs doesn’t lead to a satisfying sound.  It leads to bragging rights to a system that may or may not make music.   (Woop dee doo). I’ve learned to place dogma aside and trust my ears. I feel too many of us lose out on some amazing musical experiences because we’re  in the hobby for the wrong reasons.  
I will save the gee whiz comments on how amazing this product has made my system sounds, because you’ve heard them echoed by others already on this thread.  We will leave it with a resounding concurrence on my part. This product is the real deal.   No I don’t know it’s specs, but I love what it does for my enjoyment of this hobby.   Take my opinion and do what you want with it.  I just felt like sharing.  
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thecarpathian
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Hear hear! An excellent philosophy, and kudos on trying and enjoying what the Gate brings to your system and listening enjoyment!
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