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UPS or surge protector/power conditioner? And if UPS, recommendations please under 1K

Hello All,

 

Need some expert help/advice here. I currently have my rig plugged into the Furman Elite 20pfi power conditioner. Everything including my subs are plugged into the Furman. I have my 5 channel power amp going straight to the outlet. The outlet is a dedicated 20 amp circuit.

I have been looking into switching to a UPS instead. I have read great things about the CyberPower CP1500PFCLCD. 

I need a minimum of 12 outlets.

 

If a UPS is the way to go any recommendations for a 12 outlet minimum UPS under 1K?

Thanks so much in advance!

kingbr
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onhwy61
5,249 posts
 

Stay with the Furman.  Most UPS type units are not designed for audio applications.

erik_squires
16,321 posts
 

The Furman is the way to go.  Excellent noise reduction, and surge protection.

Most UPS units generate a great deal of AC line noise, not to mention don't have the surge protection Furman has.

The one area where you might want an upgrade is in voltage regulation.  I use a Furman voltage regulator in front of my Furman Elite.  It keeps the voltage constantly within a 7V range. 

If you are worried about your voltage sagging, get a meter like this one and keep an eye on it during the day and as you play music:

Also, pay attention to the N-E voltage, which should be 2V or less.  If it rises during playing you may need an electrician.

 

erik_squires
16,321 posts
 

PS - Furman makes all in one units with all the features of the Elite plus voltage regulation, or you can get a unit like this one to put before your Elite.  I use this to keep wall warts for streamers and Ethernet switches on a separate clean circuit vs. my analog side:

 

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