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#77824 - 05/25/07 04:42 AM Power conditioners; Do they limit an amps power?
cp1966 Gunslinger Registered: 04/20/07 Posts: 221 Loc: Minneapolis	I had read on another site that some people believe the use of a power conditioner can limit an amplifiers ability to utilize its power. In other words, by connecting an amp (like my 7700) directly to an outlet, the amp puts out more power, and may actually sound better than if its plugged into a conditioner (like my Monster Power 2600) has anyone here tried an A/B type comparison? _________________________ Panasonic TC-P65S1 65" Plasma HDTV, Marantz AV 8801 Preamp, Outlaw 7700 Amp, Klipsch RF7 (X-over dean G modded) RC7 (X-over Dean G modded) RS7 CDT-5800C speakers, Outlaw LFM1 EX Subwoofer, Oppo BDP-93, B & O Turntable, Toshiba HD-A2, Sony CD & DVD 400 disc jukeboxes, DirecTV HD-DVR, PS2, PS3, Wii, Harmony one remote, Monster PowerBar 1200 for the TV, sub, PS3, HD DVD and Wii, Tripp Lite Isolation Bar for the Amp, Pre-Amp and other sources.
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#77825 - 05/25/07 05:26 AM Re: Power conditioners; Do they limit an amps power?
fm Gunslinger Registered: 04/25/06 Posts: 44 Loc: CA	A power conditioner is going to be rated to a certain power level, so it depends on the rating of the conditioner. The real reason to use one is if the AC is not consistent (fluctuating voltage) or clean (DC on the AC signal).
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#77826 - 05/25/07 12:00 PM Re: Power conditioners; Do they limit an amps power?
gonk Desperado Registered: 03/21/01 Posts: 14054 Loc: Memphis, TN USA	I haven't done an A/B comparison, although when I went to a power conditioner originally (back in 2002) I found no negative impact - if anything, it sounded better. The key to keeping the amp happy is assuring sufficient current - most power conditioners include "high current" outlets that are specifically intended for use with amps. _________________________ gonk HT Basics \| HDMI FAQ \| Pics \| Remote Files \| Art Show Reviews: Index \| 990 \| speakers \| BDP-93
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#77827 - 05/25/07 07:54 PM Re: Power conditioners; Do they limit an amps power?
wingnut4772 Desperado Registered: 01/12/05 Posts: 368 Loc: Miami	I found that using a Monster conditioner with my Outlaw and Earthquake amps was a bit limiting. I have since gone to a Shunyata conditioner which is non-current limiting...according to them. I haven't noticed any signs of constraint. _________________________ My Obsession
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