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Amplifier is now off the Power Conditioner

Yesterday, I replaced the wall outlet that my audio system uses to eliminate the switch on the bottom plug. Until now my tube amplifier had been plugged into the amplifier plug on my power conditioner, but now it is connected to the second plug via a basic surge protector.

I have b read that power conditioners are restrictive for amplifiers, but my first impression tonight was "wow". I doubt the wall outlet made the difference and it is possible that it was a good audio night (sometimes things just sound better for no known reason) so I will have to remain open minded for now.

It seemed that things are more clear, almost edgy, and the bass tightened up.
mceljo
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mofimadness
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I pulled my amp(s) out of the power conditioner and went
straight into the wall years ago. Best zero dollar tweak I've
ever done.
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atmasphere
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Most power conditioners made for high end audio do not work well with out power amps at all. In that regard you are better off plugging right into the wall.
rhljazz
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You need a Shunyata Triton. Every one of my amps sounds better connected to the Triton versus the wall outlet.
bgeofft-duplicate-0
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With power conditioners there is no way to know for sure until you try and see. Some integrated and power amps improved with some power conditioners and some not. Many other factors are going on within any given system/room/electrical system. So to think because someone on forum says his xyz amp improved with certain xyz power conditioner means your same gear will do likewise could be mistaken assumption.
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lak
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Results will vary dependent upon everyones individual situation and equipment. In audio like other interests there is no one golden rule that works for everyone.
All of the tube and SS amps I've ever owned sounded better plugged directly into the outlet.
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