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Power conditioning

I'm looking for a power conditioner for my McCormack DNA125; I'd also use it for my McCormack pre and my NAD CD player. There seems to be a lot of choices out there; my local dealer sells the Panamax, but so far I'm leaning towards the Hydra or Quintet. And advice would be welcome particularily from Steve. Thanks.
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alex_yakovlev
102 posts
 
Every once in a while I had sort of positive experience with power conditioners, but each time I would end up getting rid of them. Many of them bring some benefits; but there would always be a cost associated with it.
elevick
2,439 posts
 
Whether folks like them or not, you at least need a very good surge protector. If you have any noise issues at all, that's a sign of needing one. Personally, I'm very happy with PS Audio.
samzx12
883 posts
 
I have owned many PC's including PSA and Shunyata. I would recommend the RSA Haley.

Cheers,
John

Agreed
clio09
2,978 posts
 
The RSA Haley is a great product. Evidently there is now an upgraded version with better capacitors and a carbon fiber faceplate. Should be worth looking into.
nick778
147 posts
 
The only product I've used that actually improves the sound without restricting dynamics (assuming you don't connects a total of components that will draw more than 1500 watts continuous) is the PS Audio Power Plant Premier.

However, this is a power regenerator and conditioner.

I used in on all my source components, a TV and a surround amp.
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