calling all audiophiles

I second the notion that surge protection is one issue and power "conditioning" is another. IMHO, believe your ears! And, when in doubt, have a friend help you with a blind test and then spend more money on music! Charlie

I have the HTS 2000 also. It's surprisingly good for everything but the power amp. Plug it into the wall.

Yeah, things have to have a 'USA' name brand (even if it's made in China or Mexico) for you guys to buy...

What's so wrong with Yugoslavian gear? I've been to several sites and those guys *do* know their audio. Now it's a good time to buy because they're working on establishing a name for themselves in the audio market.

De Zorel is working at this time on closing a deal with a US importer. The guys at TNT Audio went on a frenzy about the DeZorel's. Even Hans-Martin (Germany) is buying one. But, they're from Europe--what do they know???

Try visiting (www.zero-distortion.com) for a new and fresh Hi Fi internet magazine--the Psychic's there...

As for line conditioners, I own a Tice. But the De Zorel audiophile model *is* on my upgrade list.

Chang 9900 amp works great (for amps of course) without limiting dynamics & also contains integral surge protection; it has a 30 amp current rating & very low surge impedance. More than one of my amps sounds better plugged into the 9900 amp than straight into my dedicated line, this is done along with pricey upgrade AC cords inline. Stereophile recommends the Changs; they don't limit dynamics.

ok, guys, seriously, i've not tried ANYTHING that doesn't limit or degrade dynamics other than dedicated outlets. it makes no difference what the device is called. FWIW, i'm toying now with the installation of a dedicated 220 v. outlet for my amp; i'll definitely do this if i go on the upgrade path to a boulder 1060 or 2060. in sum, i’m of the belief that it’ll sound better and cost less if you schedule your amp on your household policy and NOT plug it into anything other than a dedicated, high-quality outlet. -cfb