Getting an outlet to grip better..

if anyone curious to know what ebm means -- It's E-flat Minor scale

You can't really fix lack of grip.  It's a sign of poor design/craftsmanship.  Agreed that you should look into something from Furutech depending on your budget.

Pass and Seymour MRI grade outlets grip like a vice - even after many extractions

You can get cryo'd versions from Take Five audio

They are the only outlets I will use - much more affordable than the audiophile boutique brands 

Regards...

I'm curious about what outlet you purchased that ddidnt have a good grip?

I'm sure it's just a one-off manufacturing defect, as the outlet (Maestro) is well respected and well reviewed.  The bottom plug actually grips reasonably well, but the top is very loose.   

The Furutech looks very nice.  May give that a try after I check out some reviews/discussion of it.  Will check into the Edison as well.  

Thanks for the suggestions, everyone!
Scott