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Power strips- too many choices

Out of necessity I need to use a power distributer/ strip.  I am impressed with how many options there are and how varied the reviews of the strips are; even some discussing degradation of the sound.   It seems surge protection would be valuable but cant figure out the other features.  Trying to decide between, Isotek vs Gigawatt vs PS audio.
Don't want to spend too much as there are other cabling needs pending. Further complicating the purchase; I have 7 cords and  at least per the Isotek website it seems that its best to use only one outlet lest resulting in "noise" from the outlier.  ( but isn't the idea of the strip to clean up that "noise") Any suggestions would be appreciated.
mpomerantz
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curiousjim
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Plus one for Audence.  I have an AR6 and other than the led going out, I have no complaints.

All the best.

JD
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mre28m5
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The WAudio 3900 power strip @ $200 has received favorable mentions elsewhere on AudioGon. And it was positively reviewed by Audiophilia. Might be worth considering.
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jjss49
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if you want just a power strip look for a wiremold or tripplite model with no switches no LED’s

you want more functionality, then it gets complicated
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lowrider57
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Agree with jjss49. Decide if you want power conditioning or filtering in the strip. If so, the Furman power stations are good performers with minor power conditioning plus surge protection.
If all you need is a strip for distribution, then Wiremold is high build quality and transparent. Will not colour or affect sonics.

mpomerantz OP
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Anyone using PS audio dectet?
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