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Garth Powell on Why Audioquest does not make AC Regenerators

Interesting interview from a couple weeks ago with Garth Powell of Audioquest who seriously decries the use of AC regenerators with a detailed argument. I’m not qualified to affirm or rebut that argument, but since people debate "conditioners vs. regenerators" here, I’m passing it along for your inspection.

https://youtu.be/bXRehON7SlM

Notice that he doesn't mention ps audio and that ps audio defends its regenerators (as exempt from Garth's critique) in the comments. Not sure how many other regenerators out there beyond ps audio. 
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ozzy
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All I can add is I owned a PS- P10 regenerator and sold it once I tried the Audioquest Niagara 7000.
The Niagara provides way more dynamics, especially when powering amps.
The PS cleans up the AC but is anemic compared to the Niagara.
Garth knows what he is doing.

ozzy
tablejockey
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Just another reason to try both and letting one's ears decide if either is worth the expense.

AC regen(PS PP) seems to work in my setup.
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ozzy
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tablejockey,
Yes, that is the best way, however, this is difficult to do. This is why experience from actual users of both pieces is important.

ozzy
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