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Best Power Conditioner

Hi Folks:
I've been out of the audio upgrade path for a while, but now want to invest in a power conditioner (I'm thinking it may be the weak link in my system). I want to spend under $1k used. Last time I looked at the topic, it looked like Audio Magic Stealth was king of the hill, surpassing the likes of PS Audio, Shunyata and Sound Application. Is that still the case? I'd be using the unit to power a pair of Blue Circle BC2 amps, Supratek Syrah preamp, Bidat DAC, Pioneer 525 Transport, and likely a Marquee CRT Projector. Let me know if you have advice or recommendations! Thanks!
outlier
brauser
532 posts
 
I have used the Stealth with great success and highly
recommend it. I was amazed a few days ago when I tried the
Stealth in combination with the Richard Gray 400. I also
had Bybee modules installed in the power amps by Great Northern and that also raised the bar. It's interesting
the degree to which all this can contribute to the success
of a system.
warnerwh
539 posts
 
Check out the 12 amp Powervar's for sale here on audiogon. Am very pleased. Using for a Marsh A400s amp and no compression as is often claimed. Actually I bought it for something else but tried it with my amp to see if I could hear the compression that sometimes a power conditioner can cause with a power amp. None even when cranked. The midrange is more liquid and the blacker background made it quite the bargain.
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warrenh
2,299 posts
 
I'm a big Audio Magic fan. Started with the Stealth then went to the Mini Matrix with a Digital Mini Stealth, and now I'm using the Eclipse. Requires two power cords, which I have connected to two dedicated outlets. That's the way to go with this baby, for digital and analog isolation. The Eclipse plus my Sonoran and Harmonix power cords = electric nirvana.
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outlier OP
381 posts
 
Thanks for the input guys. I have to say, I tried the Bybee filters on speaker cable before, and was disappointed - but it could have just been system synergy or something. Also, for reference, I'm using 47 Labs OTA Sakura cable for interconnects and SC, FIM Gold PCs for amps and Shunyata Sidewinder for preamp. I'll check out the conditioners you mentoin. Thanks again,
John.
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snook2
627 posts
 
The Hydra 8 provided the best sound in my system. Audio Tekne is also very good if you can find one. I plug the Hydra in the Monster AVS 2000 which keeps voltage at a steady 120. A must if you have tubes. The result is greater dynamics. I have had ps audio and tice products which did absolutely nothing IMO
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