PS audio Ultimate outlet or Quintet?


I've been using UO and UPC 200, both use baluns for conditioning. They both work great but I have limited experience in power conditioners. I use MAC sound pipes for cables. Are the duets and quintets "better" products, or simply different-- is it worth upgrading?
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I used 2 Quintets before switching to the PPP, now use one on my HT. They are quite good: HIFICRITIC found the Quintet better than the Duet. Not only improved the sound but also inproves the picture on my plasma tv.
I could not stand the Quintet in my system. I found that it mucked with the treble too much. Initially the cleaner sound of the treble leads you to believe that the Quintet must be working well. But over time the treble gets annoying. I ended up moving it from my big rig to the downstairs theater system. It drove me bonkers down there. The treble had too much of an edge to it.

You should try to demo one of these - or buy it used at a low enough price where you can sell it again if you don't like what you hear.
I'm Curious Kennyb, what power cord did you use on your Quintet? I found the highs pristine and pure of tone. My Quintet is on a dedicated 20amp 10awg line with a Powerport Premier outlet, from there I run an AC10 to the Quintet with great results!
Jdub: i agree and have the same set-up as you. dedicated 20a with an ac10 to my cryo'd quintet. use another ac10 to my amp and 2 ac5's to my transport and dac. improvement in top end is what i noticed most. i'm a big fan of PSA's power products as they've worked very well with my gear.

just goes to show you how important matching the right cords/power supply with your particular set-up is. no one size fits all here. trial and error is the only way to get it right.

cheers
Hey Levy03, nice setup must be the loom! What differences did you notice from cryo'd Quintet from the stock? Iv'e thought of sending my cables and Quintet in for this treatment.