I wonder what "Balanced surge protection" is. Both 120vac legs are tied into the Power station? Neither can get a surge because both rails are protected? In case a piece of EQ wasn't on the same leg? Just wondering?
Regards..
Regards..
Power Conditioning / Surge Protection
I am looking for some advice on power conditioning and surge protection. I have a dedicated circuit for my two channel system with eight outlets. Years ago I was talked into buying a couple of Richard Gray Power Stations which I still have in the system. Because of the logistics of my system they have served as additional outlets when power cords weren’t long enough but honestly I don’t know a damn thing about power conditioning or surge protection and whether I’m doing harm or good to my system. I have a turntable, phono stage, music server, streamer, CD player, integrated amp and dual powered subs so I have a lot of need for power. I’m interested in protecting my equipment but I don’t want to muddy things up either. I’m willing to scrap the Richard Grays and either replace them with something else if there are better options.
I would greatly appreciate any advice from those who know about these things. I’m very happy with my equipment but feel the power issue is lacking or, at best, not well thought out.
I would greatly appreciate any advice from those who know about these things. I’m very happy with my equipment but feel the power issue is lacking or, at best, not well thought out.
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Herewith are a couple of reviews that provide some insight into how the Richard Gray units work.... http://www.soundstagenetwork.com/revequip/richard_grays_power_company.htm https://www.stereophile.com/powerlineaccessories/255/index.html It’s interesting that an inductor is in parallel with the AC input and is used to provide energy storage for transient current demands. A "sacrificial" MOV is also used for surge suppression. Reportedly, Richard Gray is now semi-retired and is a consultant for RGPC. |
If you are buying a costly power unit and you hope for improvement in sound, the common advice TRY before you BUY is important. Power units' effects vary by system. I have had good results with the Torus RM-20, but that doesn't mean you will like it. It is a pretty no-nonsense solution. If it's just surge protection you are after, I second the idea of a whole-house surge protector, professionally installed. |
+1 on the whole house surge protector. @facten recommended. There is a nice comparison review on Positive Feedback: https://positive-feedback.com/reviews/hardware-reviews/audioquest-niagara-5000-ps-audio-p20-directst... It might help you understand the differences between the two different approaches AQ and PS Audio use. Bob |
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