Yes, a dedicated line is the first step, a good outlet, properly treated room, and correct speaker placement are often the least costly "tweaks" that all add up.
I am using the Signal DU-2 transformer. It is rated at 2Kv and 18 amps as an isolation transformer, and about half that when wired to produce balanced power. Mine ran warm and made an audible hum when wired as an isolation transformer. I did not notice any gains in sound quality running the amp through it this way, but it did reduce the voltage. When I wired it balanced, it runs extremely cool with no audible hum. There was a noticeable change for the better in detail and soundstage, but it was not not quite as dramatic as my previous BPT 3.5 Ultra power conditioner I was running. It sure was a LOT less money though, and my tube amp should last me a long time.
I can send you a diagram showing how to wire it if needed. It is not as difficult as you would think. It only took me an hour or so...
I am using the Signal DU-2 transformer. It is rated at 2Kv and 18 amps as an isolation transformer, and about half that when wired to produce balanced power. Mine ran warm and made an audible hum when wired as an isolation transformer. I did not notice any gains in sound quality running the amp through it this way, but it did reduce the voltage. When I wired it balanced, it runs extremely cool with no audible hum. There was a noticeable change for the better in detail and soundstage, but it was not not quite as dramatic as my previous BPT 3.5 Ultra power conditioner I was running. It sure was a LOT less money though, and my tube amp should last me a long time.
I can send you a diagram showing how to wire it if needed. It is not as difficult as you would think. It only took me an hour or so...