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Any experience using a PS Audio Ultimate Outlet

I just purchased a used PS Audio Ultimate Outlet, the 20amp version with IEC outlet. I plan on using it for support of equipment other than my Amplifier. I have read the Stereophile review by Robert Deutsch.

I have 3 dedicated lines running to my system. One for my amp (class AB) which is pluged directly to wall outlet, one for my preamp (all tube), and one for digital equipment which includes DAC, CD transport, DVD SACD player and TV. May 1st try using it for the digital equipment, plugging DAC into one outlet, and other digital items into the other with use of a quality power strip.

Just looking for thoughts from others that have tried this unit. 
mesch
nmmusicman
276 posts
 
Having used the UO over the years in several systems since it was introduced, I can say that it's best implemented in front of any digital component as the Balun will mitigate digital noise from being dumped back on the AC line.

Also, while the stock Power Port outlet in the UO is very good, it is bright and forward sounding and the UO is much improved with replacing the PP with an Oyaide or Furutech outlet. It is also beneficial to use a quality power cord feeding the UO. 
mesch OP
3,421 posts
 
Nmmusicman, thanks for your response. Yes that is the way I intend to use it. I am currently trying it out in front of a Emotiva cmX2 which my DAC and Transport will be plugged into. The UO is plugged, via a quality power cord, into a duplex outlet terminating a dedicated line used for digital components only. 

I am thinking I would upgrade the outlets terminating the dedicated lines feeding my system prior to the one in the UO.
girmont0
7 posts
 
I use many different power conditioners but after check the high end circuit board I decided to have PS AUDIO ULTIMATE OUTLET 15A, so I have two units, one is a second generation and the other is a third and last generation. I also use the  PS AUDIO Hambuster connected to the wall and both  PS AUDIO ULTIMATE OUTLET 15A connected to the Hambuster in my system. They work perfect but and I don't hear any substantial difference, maybe a little more sound stage.
ebm
9,311 posts
 
Great way of cleaning up power at a reasonable price i like the 20 amp version as it has more headroom however the 15 amp is good as well.
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mijostyn
8,255 posts
 
I made the mistake of buying two of them about 10 years back. All they did was take up space. I threw them away.
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