Shunyata Hydra


I'm looking to purchase a used Hydra power conditioner. As I understand there have been 3 versions produced so far, the latest being the new Hydra 8. Would appreciate if someone could enlighten me on the difference between first and second series of Hydra's and how I would be able to physically differentiate them (where possible). Thanks
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Rx8man, I'll be interested to know what's the outcome of the side by side comparison. Like yourself I've got the original Hydra in my setup (bought used of course) and its excellent. I'm currently using the "stock" Sidewinder and considering an upgrade to the Taipan or something equivalent.
How can you get the copper slug to replace the fuse?
I can't find it listed on the web site or a contact number
Thanks, I contacted him. He does not think he has one , but he will get back to me.
Anyone else knwo where I can get one?
As I said above, contact Caelin Gabriel himself at Shunyata.

If you sweet-talk him and assure him that you will not hold the Hydra responsible for any lightning damage to your equipment, he may send you a Slug via Snail Mail B^D.