Power Conditioners


I am curious about people's experiences w/ the effectiveness of power conditioners. Do they have more of an effect on power amps vs. digital components? How about turntables, CD players &  TV's? Are the less expensive ones worth anything other than maybe surge protectors? Should you run everything through them even if you have other outlets available that are on separate circuits?  Thanks for any help.

jonwolfpell

Not for amps, quash dynamics, at least for demanding high current tube amps. This is one of those you have to try for yourself deals. I prefer conditioners on everything but amps. Battery powered components or powering with batteries another scheme I've used.

I haven’t had much luck with amps into conditioners. Sound is restricted or a little thinner and harsh. For reference, I have used Isotek, Audience, and Equicore 1000. So not a ton of experience but none of the 3 work well with amps as opposed to in the wall.

The best power conditioner I have ever owned/tried is the AudioQuest Niagara 7000.

Amps, subs Dac everything can plug into it with NO loss of dynamics!

ozzy

I find the best is none and having dedicated lines for all 4 outlets in my listening environment. I have tried them all AQ Niagara’s, Furman, Nordost, they seemed more restrictive than beneficial. 
 

Just my experience and  I do hear the benefits of better cables and room treatments. 

jerryg123,

I also have 3 dedicated lines. One for the Niagara 7000 which powers my main stereo system. Another line (Niagara 1200) for my subs and the last one (Niagara 1000) for my home theater equipment. I have had all on the one Niagara 7000 with no problem. But it is more convenient using the multiple dedicated outlets.

I’m not sure what type of amps you have but my 350 watt per channel tube mono blocks and my JL Audio F-113's had more dynamics plugged into the Niagara equipment.

ozzy