Power Strip Question - PLEASE HELP

Interesting suggestion, but my DIY skills peaked at the age of 10 when I built a birdhouse. I seriously doubt I would be able to better that performance.

Anyway, I want to understand why these particular conditions are so poor. Is it the electrical demand of my audio equipment, or the multitude of consumer electronics? Hypothetically speaking, if I were to remove/relocate everything except for the audio components, would the Wiremold power strip be sufficient to allow my system to 'sing'?

One alternative would be to use an extension cord on a different outlet, and run that extension cord along the perimeter of the room. This would allow me to power the consumer electronics from a different duplex outlet that is obstructed by furniture.

I should probably mention that my current accommodations are temporary, which is why I have to deal with such poor listening conditions. I'm not at liberty to re-arrange furniture either. Grrr!

Finally, for shits and giggles, this is the system I'm aiming for:
- Naim Nait 5i-2 integrated amp
- Naim Nait 5i-2 CD player
- Pro-Ject Tube Box II phono pre-amp
- Clearaudio Emotion CMB (currently have Pro-Ject Debut II)
- Harbeth P3-ESR
- Naim speaker cables
- Custom interconnect

I already have a name for the system, too! I like to call it 'The Early Analytic'. I settled on this for two reasons. First, this will be my first proper two-channel system. Second, I was writing a paper on Frege (German) and Russell (British) at the time I was planning it. So, what do you think? Catchy, or do I just have too much time on my hands?

And yes, please get back to me about the power strips (haha)!

Consider an APC Power Conditioner H-10 as a low cost option for the audio side of your system.

I've been told multiple times to avoid power conditioners/surge protectors for audio equipment as they will degrade sound quality.

Is there some place where I can get an objective analysis? Perhaps an well respected article, or something of that sort? It's difficult to separate truth from fiction on these forums.

I don't mean to suggest that you're wrong, I just need some verification.

While I'm hardly an expert on this topic, it seems to me you are looking for options to deal with a less than ideal situation. Compromises might well be needed. I attempted to provide a multi-outlet solution for consideration. The H-10 is inexpensive. See how things sound powered up in various ways. I'd recommend plugging your amp directly into one of the wall receptacles Run the H-10 off the 2nd receptacle. Plug your other audio components into the H-10, directly. Run a power strip out of the H-10 for your low current- draw, non-audio components.

Other solutions are possible - like hiring an electrician to run new power cable from your fuse box to newly installed receptacles.

Indeed, but certain compromises are better than others. Why do you suggest running a second power strip from the first?

The Wiremold is strictly a power distributor, so there is no circuit breaker, filter, or anything of that sort. As a result, the component plugged into the first receptacle will receive the cleanest power. Would this achieve the same result that you're alluding to?

Again, I will state my two remaining questions:

1) If the non-audio electronics are plugged into a separate power strip, but are not operational (i.e. off), will they still cause interference and degrade the sound quality of my system?

2) If I use an extension cord running from a different duplex outlet to power my non-audio electronics, will this resolve the issue?

If I'm not at liberty to reorganize furniture, then hiring an electrician to rewire the room is definitely not an option. Remember, I'm trying to make due with what I have. Thanks again.