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Power conditioner for Wadia

Over the last several years, I've owned several power conditioners (PS Audio P300, Richard Gray 400S, Chang, the original Shunyata Hydra, Shunyata Guardian, etc.) and have had mixed results. So far, none have taken my system up to that next elusive level.

I have a Wadia 861 that I use with a Kimber Palladian PK10, which made for the kind of difference I'm seeking again. The power conditioner would be used for just the Wadia -- so I don't need a big unit capable of handling many components and hundreds of watts. I'm intrigued by the smaller Audio Magic units but wanted to hear first hand from people who may have already gone through this. I'm also looking to spend less than $800 new or used. Any suggestions?

Thanks. -- Ron
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nickt
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Hi,
I was using dedicated lines only before trying the new Hydra 8 on my Wadia 270se and 27 dac combo. The hydra 8 really cleaned up alot of the digital noises. I know it's out of budget but you decide.
sutts
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bombaywalla
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Well, I used the Wadia 861 thru a RGPC 400 Mk1, which was plugged into the non-dedicated lines & a 49 cents Cooper Electrical outlet. Sounded bright on the top (I was getting a bit too much hi freq resolution!!) & it made listening fatiguing over time. Last summer I installed 20A dedicated lines using 10AWG wire (despite the electrician informing me that I really needed 12AWG wire) & Pass&Seymour cryo'd outlets. These 2 tweaks made a world of a difference - gone is the hi freq brittleness & music flows freely & for many hours non-stop. Hence, I recommed dedicated lines & a good outlet. The positive effect is to be heard to be believed! FWIW. YMMV. IMHO.
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9rw OP
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Thanks for all of your suggestions. I forgot to mention that I do have a dedicated 20-amp circuit for my Audio Research VT100MKIII amp, plus I'm using PS Audio Power Ports for it and the Wadia.
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