Why does better power = better sound?


Why does improving power quality improve sound quality?

I’m not asking to start an argument about power cords or wall outlets. Please let’s not go there. I’m asking because I’m hoping to learn some technical explanations for the effects of power quality on sound quality. I think I already understand how…

1. greater current availability = greater dynamic range
2. reduction of RFI/EMI = better signal to noise ratio

…but what about these…

3. ???????? = greater perceived resolution
4. ???????? = more realistic instrument timbres
5. ???????? = more precise imaging

Are differences in resolution, instrument timbres, imaging, etc. somehow reducible to current availability and/or powerline noise? If so, HOW are they reducible?

Again, I’m hoping to get into technical specifics, not polemical generalities.

Thanks in advance.

Bryon
bryoncunningham

Showing 1 response by nonoise

I know this may be just hype from Burson Audio but they are big on power regulation and use only their own proprietary design, claiming it has a major effect on how the music sounds. Anything more involved is way above my head.

I do know, and appreciate, the results I get (from my Burson PI-160) which mirror what Bryon asks about.
Oh, and I use a Brickwall surge protector as well as it appears to have no negative effect on my music while deploying minimal filtering and maximum protection.

Either that or I'm tone deaf.