SWL Posted November 27, 2016 Share Posted November 27, 2016 Can anyone here recommend a certain (cheap) power strip? I've always heard positive remarks about Furman and I have to get away from the cheap power strip tht I've been using for some of my components.....particularly my DAC. Thanks.Sent from my SM-G920R4 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWL Posted November 27, 2016 Author Share Posted November 27, 2016 I should also mention that I've had a Monster surge protector for years now. I found that it absolutely degrades the sound in my two channel system. I only use it for my TV and cable box. It's a Monster HTS 3600 (I think).Sent from my SM-G920R4 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schu Posted November 27, 2016 Share Posted November 27, 2016 You're looking specifically for a strip and not a psu? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWL Posted November 27, 2016 Author Share Posted November 27, 2016 Yes. How about something like this......Sent from my SM-G920R4 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWL Posted November 27, 2016 Author Share Posted November 27, 2016 I have a dedicated 30 amp Line run for my system. It's a gang box with only 4 plugs so I need a few more.Sent from my SM-G920R4 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldred Posted November 27, 2016 Share Posted November 27, 2016 I run that same Furman up stairs on my Anthem/Sunfire system. I was using a Panamax power center....didn't notice any difference. G.E.M. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWL Posted November 27, 2016 Author Share Posted November 27, 2016 Right now, I'm just using a supposedly 'Hospital Grade' powerstrip that was given to me years ago. This morning I disconnected my DAC from it and plugged it directly into my dedicated 30 amp line gangbox (that the hospital grade powerstrip was plugged into) and wow....the sound improved to a more soft, discrete sound that is just melting into my ears.Gotta like that one, huh?[emoji41] Sent from my SM-G920R4 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWL Posted November 27, 2016 Author Share Posted November 27, 2016 When I hook my audio components up through my monster unit it sucks the life right out of the sound. To me, it sounds filtered and not in a good way. This is what I want to avoid.Sent from my SM-G920R4 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWL Posted November 27, 2016 Author Share Posted November 27, 2016 https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003BQ91Y6/reSent from my SM-G920R4 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWL Posted November 27, 2016 Author Share Posted November 27, 2016 This may be the one I've seen praised here before? Price went up apparently.Sent from my SM-G920R4 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted November 27, 2016 Share Posted November 27, 2016 I use the exact same Furman power strips and I am very pleased with them 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schu Posted November 27, 2016 Share Posted November 27, 2016 Which monster were you using? Ive been relatively happy with my Panamax 5400 because with dedicated high current outlets for my amps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A1UC Posted November 27, 2016 Share Posted November 27, 2016 Just go to the hardware store get some decent outlets and some wire and build your own , if it sounds Best straight out of the wall Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtr20 Posted November 27, 2016 Share Posted November 27, 2016 I use panamax products for my systems Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldred Posted November 27, 2016 Share Posted November 27, 2016 SWL Got a panamax 4300 MAX ....Not using it?? Also got a Belkin Pure AV 30 (Black)....Not using? G.E.M. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A1UC Posted November 27, 2016 Share Posted November 27, 2016 I just bought the P10 and ordered a P5 last night Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATLAudio Posted November 28, 2016 Share Posted November 28, 2016 14 hours ago, SWL said: I should also mention that I've had a Monster surge protector for years now. I found that it absolutely degrades the sound in my two channel system. I only use it for my TV and cable box. It's a Monster HTS 3600 (I think). Sent from my SM-G920R4 using Tapatalk If it truly made a difference, then I'd suggest tossing the monster cable surge protector in the trash as there's something wrong with it, and it's a potential fire hazard. Again, I wouldn't use it for the toaster in my hunting cabin if it was possible for it to do something that interfered with the sonic performance of any of your gear. Especially a DAC which needs such a modest DC load compared to an amp for instance. The price on that Furman seems fine. Get your wife to help you with a blind test and see if you notice. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chriswhotakesphotos Posted November 28, 2016 Share Posted November 28, 2016 I have two Furman strips that do the job in that they take power from the wall and let my hardware have at it, but I don't believe them about power conditioning. My computer produces awful AC noise and when it didn't do the job to plug my components into the fancy six-plug one, I got one of the fancier rack mount ones and even plugged the computer into the six-plug one for an extra layer of fancy conditioned power. The Furmans may have reduced the problem a bit, but it's definitely not gone. Just this evening, I heard a vacuum downstairs through my speakers! I suppose they're better than nothing, but they don't seem to do much for sound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATLAudio Posted November 28, 2016 Share Posted November 28, 2016 5 hours ago, chriswhotakesphotos said: I have two Furman strips that do the job in that they take power from the wall and let my hardware have at it, but I don't believe them about power conditioning. My computer produces awful AC noise and when it didn't do the job to plug my components into the fancy six-plug one, I got one of the fancier rack mount ones and even plugged the computer into the six-plug one for an extra layer of fancy conditioned power. The Furmans may have reduced the problem a bit, but it's definitely not gone. Just this evening, I heard a vacuum downstairs through my speakers! I suppose they're better than nothing, but they don't seem to do much for sound. Without going into the details, computers are fragile houses of cards compared to the brick house audio components. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricktate Posted November 28, 2016 Share Posted November 28, 2016 Has anyone used the Tripp lite Isobar from parts express ?? From the picture on Amazon of the Furman with the top off of it . It looks like there is not much inside of it. The Trip lite comes with a 50,000 insurance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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