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RECOMMEDATIONS FOR AC RECEPTACLE

A friend of mine convinced me to purchase two PS audio Power Ports. Received them and installed them and almost immediately I notice my HDTV picture had greater clarity and it cleaned up the video noise. The Picture is awesome and the graphics didn't have those little jagged edges.
In the meantime, my music jumped out at me, with greater transparent detail, depth, and tighter bass. But I also noticed that the highs were a tad bit harsh especially on piano.
Just finished running a dedicated line with two circuits with an isolated ground. I understand that this will make my system sound and look even better.I would like to hear suggestions for AC outlets that will be an improvement over the PS audio Power Port, i.e. getting rid of the harshness. I know this will be very subjective, but I would like to hear what you guys have to say. I have gotten some great advice in times past.

BTW my equipment: Meridian 568MM.2, Meridian 518, B&W 801's series 80 with bybees, B&w cc80's sides and rears, B&w HTM2 Center channel, Velodyne Sub 12", Denon 2910 DVD, Earthquake Cinenova 5 channel with dakiom stabilizers, B&k 2 channel amp, Mitsubishi Diamond series 73" 1080p HDTV, slim Device Squeezebox, Monster Power HTS 5000.
Everything is looking good and sounding good but as you know good is the adversary of better. Waiting to hear
samuelvelma
freemand
224 posts
 
You should maybe be careful with the Oyaide. I have a wattgate 381 and oyaide xxx right next to one other. I keep my power conditioner plugged into the wattgate. I have gone back to the oyaide a couple times but its really aggressive in the upper frequencies. The wattgate seems a little fuller bodied.

If your system is a bit aggressive in the upper frequencies be careful with the Oyaide. The oyaide was on my fridge for over 2 months and then spent several days after that on my system, so it was plenty burned in.
musicman07
126 posts
 
I've researched this very subject quite extensively lately and my choice was the Furutech FP-15A(Cu)-N1. Obviously this is a 15amp version, you I would hope went with 20A. Second choice would be the Oyaide, probably the gold GX or maybe XXX. Those ACME ones are based on Pass & Seymour. Also mentioned are Porter Ports, PS Audio Power Ports, Hubbell, and FIM. Consider the sound you are looking for and matching for as these outlets add a touch of coloration to the sound which is not necessarily a good thing.
jaguar
84 posts
 
I am in full agreement with Tboooe. Even at a higher price, the Oyaide outlets are definately the way to go. If you are having a problem with harshness, you may want to consider the red Oyaide outlet. It tends to have a slightly softer sound than the black or purple. I have had excellent results upgrading from a Hubbell 5362. I also recommend Lee at Cryoparts. He's been of great help with my questions and upgrades in the past.

Happy listening....
samuelvelma OP
10 posts
 
In response to Musicman07 thread, I installed the 20a with 10 gauge wire. I also installed a 8ft ground rod. Should have installled a 10ft one. But what I plan on doing is installing another 8ft ground rod. My electrical guru says it will be better.
So far the furutech and oyaide seems really interesting from what I am reading and hearing from you guys. Especially the oyaide because of the different sounds they offer. The others seem to be more economical, but have satisfied customers. But does more expensive mean better? In my experience, no!
What are some of the places you guys have dealt with that will allow you to try before you buy? I want A dealer where I can return the product if I am not satisfied with it. Keep your suggestions coming.
joeyboynj
621 posts
 
If you dont want to send extra cash on new outlets, give them a couple weeks to burn in and see if the hash dissappears. I use PS Power Ports and I dont have any hash. All the other suggestions are great as well. Just give it a few weeks and then compare. HAVE FUN!
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