DUPLEX RECEPTACLES YOUR EXPERIENCE

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I always like to use an upgrade from standard outlets for good measure and a better grip on the power cable.

Generally I do not expect reveletory changes in performance from a duplex upgrade.

I recently replaced a mid level outlet which shall remain nameless in my reference system with the Furutech GTX combo including the wall plate, GTX-D (g) outlet and carbon fiber outlet cover and there was definately an audible improvement incl improvement in tone colors, vividness and blacker background.

Going forward when designing reference systems for myself or clients, they will always include the Furutech GTX-D with wall plate.

I have 2 dedicated 20 amp lines for my system. There are 2 sets of duplex outlets per box. I was using Hubble hospital grade outlets I had bought from a local electrical supply store and thought everything was good. On a whim, I bought 4 Shunyata duplex outlets and I was amazed at the difference. The entire system sounded clearer. I was so impressed, I went with all Shunyata power cords, a Hydra and Guardian power conditioner. It was the finishing pieces to a great sounding system. Money well spent.

Bob

I as well ran dedicated line and used hubble hospital grade duplex receptacles. Better grip on the plug was my excuse.

I also have dedicated lines and use a Shunyata RZ1(?) receptacle on one and a Hubble hospital grade on the other.

On a whim I replaced the single plug(not duplex) Hubble with an old FIM, blue duplex.

What a difference.
More of all the good stuff.

I always knew better receptacles made a difference, but I was not prepared for as much of an improvement the FIM duplex made.

There was nothing wrong with the single Hubble receptacle, it was tight fitting, but the FIM duplex just added more depth and front to back image and seemed more like a component or wire upgrade.

I suggest trying several different receptacles,until you find the one that does more than the others.

Hi, Lezdam. I use Oyaide R 1 Receptacles for my 10 awg dedicated lines.

The sound was good, but always seemed a little thin. It was more opened, with better dynamics and a wider sound stage.

It was not until I made a DIY power strip along the line of a VH Audio Hot-Box, using the Porter Port Receptacle that I achieved the fullness that was missing.

The good thing is the strengths of the Oyaide R 1 remained with the wider sound stage and dynamics. But the all copper Porter Port is great at bring out low level details and fullness.

So these two Receptacles complement each other greatly in my system.