PS Audio 300 vs Tice powerblock II

Nrchy:

A no-brainer! Make the switch and don't look back!

I agree with Timo. I've had both the Tice and the PS Audio in my system. The PS Audio wins hands down.

The PS Audio P-300 is a fantastic device for front-end components. However, connecting both digital and analog equipment into the P-300 (when powered up simultaneously) appears to result in an edge/slight brightness in sound. I can only imagine that digital noise (emanating from the digital source) wreaks havoc with the power supply of the P-300 (or other). The two pair of outlets on the back of the P-300, to the best of my knowledge, are not isolated from one another. If digital and analog equipment are to be used together, consider a PC (or PS Audio's Ultimate Outlet?, or similar)that minimixes/reduces/eliminates digital noise from re-entering the power supply (P-300).
This is similarly true if digital components are connected directly to a wall-socket. Digital AC power noise must be minimized or eliminated for best performance/sound.

peter jasz

I had a Tice Powerblock 3 and bought the PS Audio 300. One of the best decisions I ever made. However, I'm still using the Tice for my five (don't ask) power amps and find that they sound better thru the Tice than into the wall (dedicated 20 amp circuits). Despite what others have said, I don't find that the Tice limits current. But the PS Audio unit is a real winner with front-end gear, far better than the Tice.