P.S. Audio Quintet? Worthwhile?


I'm hearing that this device would be beneficial for my system. I currently use a Tributary power bar with surge protection. Anyone have thoughts on what difference I could expect with a Quintet? I don't know much about power conditioning. Anything written on it seems to be from 2007 when it was released. This would be for the main system with Aerial speakers, Classe int. amp, Squeezebox Classic 3 and Wyred for Sound Dac 2. Appreciate your ideas.
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One of my power line conditioners is a Quintet; the other is an Audio Magic Stealth. Imho, it's a matter of synergy. For me, the Stealth is, basically, better in every way, but a bit brighter. The sound of both is extremely dependent on the power cord used with them. I have had good results using a DCCA Musical Essence, which is very warm and has a rolled off top octave, with the Quintet. I use it for most of my digital gear. Also, the Quintet should be off the floor, on footers. I use a set of Aurios.
It is worth noting that the Quintet, unlike the Stealth, has power line protection.
Also, the Quintet is relatively inexpensive for a power line conditioner. So, it's a question of you get what you pay for. And a case of ymmv.
One of my power line conditioners is a Quintet; the other is an Audio Magic Stealth. Imho, it's a matter of synergy. For me, the Stealth is, basically, better in every way, but a bit brighter. The sound of both is extremely dependent on the power cord used with them. I have had good results using a DCCA Musical Essence, which is very warm and has a rolled off top octave, with the Quintet. I use it for most of my digital gear. Also, the Quintet should be off the floor, on footers. I use a set of Aurios.
It is worth noting that the Quintet, unlike the Stealth, has power line protection.
Also, the Quintet is relatively inexpensive for a power line conditioner. So, it's a question of you get what you pay for. And a case of ymmv.