Python Alpha versus VH Audio AirSine

I am going to add a dedicated line in the near future and run the amp to it. I am running the amp straight to the wall now. The UO is running the front end and it seems that alot of you here don't think to favorably of it. Would a power conditioner like a Audio Magic work well on the front end or please give me some suggestions. I want passive not active.

I had a Python Helix and sold it. I liked it but overall it pushed the soundstage back too far for my tastes. Another friend of mine said the same thing about it. I didn't know how the Python Alpha would compare?

I have had the UO for about 3 years because of protection and some filtering. I used it on the front end. Also it always seemed to get good reviews so I figured it offered protection and filtering for not alot of money.

I was using the Hydra on my amp only when I had it. A Taipan Alpha supplied it. It was a good cord but after time I felt like this combo did not sound natural. I plugged the amp directly to the wall and liked it better. The Hydra combo gave a certain tone to the music which grew tiresome over time. That is why I sold it. Maybe I should have tried another cord or better one? My amp is a VK-200.

I am also looking at getting a dedicated line. Any suggestions on what wire to use that is cost effective and performs well? And yes I will need an outlet like what is mentioned above or similiar. I am thinking maybe when I get the dedicated line then I will not need a conditioner. What do you think?

As indicated above, the outlet needs to be changed first but the Airsine is as good as the Python Helix imo.

I had an AirSine with rhodium plugs supplying my Running Springs Audio Danielle power conditioner, and I have to say I was not that impressed. I replaced it with a custom cable from DCCA Audio which was way cheaper and sounded much better! I haven't heard the Python. Any reason you've narrowed your choices to those two cables?

Tomer

I wouldn't spend that kind of money on a cable to connect to a $300 PS Audio UO. I would, as others recommended, get a R-1 Oyaide BUT also the WPC-Z outlet cover. It makes a huge difference than an R-1 only. Start there and listen w and w/o the UA connected. I found the Oyaide upstream made things better downstream. I think the UA will help still. It has filtering inside.

ET

It appears Yoby might be confusing the UO with an in-wall duplex outlet...but he is right on the money recommending oyaide.

the hydra is designed for high current loads, did you have an amplifier connected to it? an appropriate supply cable almost doubles the sonic benefit of a hydra. perhaps you could give the hydra another try along with a python helix or airsine?

Yoby then I don't have any surge protection but I see your point.

What is it about the UO you guys don't like? I used to have a Hydra 2 and sold it. Overall I did not like what it did in my system. Maybe I didn't have the right supply cord?

I agree with Jalapenos, dump the PS Audio Ultmate outlet. Instead, get an Oyaide R1 (cryoed) outlet to put in the wall.

I'm just not a fan of PS Audio power products. I owned several of their UO and have replaced them with Shunyata Hydras to great effect. Just my opinion though!

Jalapenos what would you suggest for conditioning? I am adding powercables as I can and then working on up.

Given the two cables you mention, i would opt for the Airsine. As a matter of fact, the Airsine is right up there with the Python helix cable. Either choice would be great for you, although I feel the PS Audio ultimate outlet would be a very weak link with such capable power cables.