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Importance of a power conditioners versus surge protector

Hi everyone!  I recently upgraded my stereo and realized that I have had trouble with power outages and some “glitches” on my tv for a while.  I purchased a Furman surge protector but it is not a power conditioner.  I guess while the surge protector may be good for abnormally elevated “electronic surges” it may not filter unwanted noise and protect my system.  I have aluminum wiring in the house also which I know isn’t the best conductor.  Is it important from a music quality and component standpoint to add a conditioner?  Can you suggest a quality conditioner for under $750?
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celtic66
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I can only speak to the Decware ZLC conditioner as I run one, my friend runs one and it is mystifyingly terrific on all levels.  25 week wait time....but worth the wait and money.  Steve explains no surge protection.
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dbwinters OP
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I’ve looked at the zlc conditioner and am impressed.  Can I use my Furman surge protector to fully protect my system without compromising the sound quality of the system
celtic66
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Do not believe so.  The Furman would cloud the issue.  I'm moving to a whole house circuit box protection for the serious spikes in my life.
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