Line Conditioners

You really owe it to yourself to check out the Platinum Power PP-1 (see http://tnt-audio.com/accessories/platinum-pp1_e.html and call Gary at Esoteric Audio in Scottsdale 480-946-8128 to see if he can get you one on approval). I've had mine for over two years and have everything, plugged into it, including my Rowland Model Twelve monoblocks and the two 400 watt sub amps in my Vandersteen Fives. It replaced a Tice IIIc and runs circles around the Tice. Don't be put off by the fact that the PP-1 is transformer based. It is engineered properly and dramatically improves the performance of my system and I have never been able to detect any negative side effects, as I did with the Tice and the PS Audio P-300 (on source only for the PS Audio).

The PP-1 is not well known. The guy who builds it is an unassuming retired electrical engineer, who spent years designing the unit for his own use. He has very modest financial ambitions, so does little to market it. But it is an absolute jem, and surely the last power conditioner you should ever have to buy. I've been an audiophile for over 30 years, and for most of that time was very turned off by line conditioners. But I whole-heartedly endorse the PP-1. I live in Phoenix where it is built, but I have no financial interest in Frank's company or any dealer who sells it. I just wish more people knew about it, so they could enjoy the same benefits I have derived from it.

pctower,

thanks for the info, i actually love to buy from guys like that. unfortunately, $2500 is out of my range. i'm close to finializing a deal for a cinepro for $1k (used of course).

thanks again...deal isnt final, so please keep the suggestions coming!!! I hate saying this, but I really like the Power Director. Just can't find anyone to give me an honest opinion on its performance:/

Have you ever checked on PS AUDIO Power plants insetad of conditioners?
I in fact tried many conditioners. Virtually everything was surpassed by the "PowerPlant" power regenerator which it is. Audition it before you buy!!! Their money back guarantee makes it easy!
www.psaudio.com
I'm not in the business! Just a very happy customer in Germany.
Cheers!

I "discovered" the Power Plant:D I was their biggest fan when PSAudio introduced them, however, I am not about to spend over $3K on a piece that won't even power my entire system. I like the Power Plant's theorhetical design, but it is not practical.

Thanks for the thought:)

Monster Cable has a line conditioner that people seem to love or hate, and it's only about $200. Any opinions on this product? Having spent mucho money on my system I think I'm not willing to put another grand into something that is a glorified power strip, but I might consider a $200 device. Line conditioners, air purifiers, water purifiers... why don't we just clean up the source?