Outlet shoot out

Has anybody tried the outlets that Purist Audio offers ? If i remember correctly, these are cryo treated Leviton's that have the contacts coated with copper. Sean
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If i remember correctly, i think that Mr Crump has commented that nickel plating typically tends to sound bright. This could lead to one hearing an increase in "open-ness".

Quite honestly, i've not played around with outlets. As skeptical as i was about power cords ( REALLY skeptical but i've found out otherwise since ), i am even more doubtful about outlets. I can see better contact in terms of "gripping power" and increased surface area coming into play, but the rest of it sounds like a lot of "hoopla" to me at this point in time. There are plenty of those that post here that have stated otherwise though and i DO respect their opinions. As s uch, i've put this on my list of "things to do". It is not near the top of that list though, as i've got other more important ( at least to me ) priorities to take care of : )

I do appreciate all of the info presented here as it will help me to make a decision based on general consensus. Sean
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Hdm, thanks for the response and personal findings. Like you, i respect Bob and most of the others that are willing to share their personal findings and thoughts. Also like you, my personal experiences sometimes contradict those of others. That is, within the confines of my systems and personal tastes. As such, i might not always agree with someone's point of view but that does not make their opinion any less valid.

As such, that is why it is SO great to have these forums. I am really greatful to the multitude of folks that are willing to step up to the plate and compare notes / share their thoughts with us. That is what makes this a worthwhile place to frequent.

Like Tim and i ( and probably a WHOLE lot of others ) are doing, we are "researching" BEFORE shelling out any money or even going out to audition. It at least gives us a better idea of what to look / listen for and see what is out there.

Based on the general statements above, it looks like the Hubbell's look like a solid starting point. I'm still curious as to see what the thoughts / opinions of the Purist modified Leviton's is like though. Given Purist's reputation, i would think that they would not chance using / recommending a product that was of an inferior design to start with. Sean
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PS... Do the Hubbell's have an isolated ground ?

hahah... Mike, you had me thinking for a moment. I was wondering how you had gotten rocks INSIDE your tires ??? Then it finally dawned on me as to what you were actually talking about and getting at : )

Hdm, thanks for that info. I'd like to start looking for houses and all of this info will come in handy when i get ready to relocate. Only problem is that the area that i was interested in will become a landing strip for an airport in the near future : ( Sean
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