Mains blocks, power strips (or whatever you want to call them) of the Schuko type.

[CageyH]

I am currently using one of these http://www.apc.com/shop/uk/en/produc...K/P-PF8VNT3-UK to connect my components to the power. Having read that the noise filter can kill the dynamics, I am looking at something more suitable.
One of these looks like a good idea to me - http://www.brennenstuhl.com/index.php?module=products&index[products][action]=details&index[products][category]=94&index[products][data][products_id]=1433 It's gpoing to cost me €36 delivered.

The question is, is it worth spending more on something like a Supra LoRad block, a Silver plated version of the Brennenstuhl block, getting Mark Grant or Wychwood Audionics to make me up a Schuko block?
It is going to be connected to my AG1500, so I have no need of noise filters or surge/spike protection.

[Marco]

The Brennenstuhl will likely offer the highest SPPV, Kev. It all depends on your budget and how 'serious' you are about this stuff.

However, if you want as close to the best as possible, to do it *right* and box it off as 'job done', then get Mark to build you a Schuko version of one of his blocks, as the attention to detail he puts in with soldering and star-earthing, etc, pays dividends.

Then if you combine that with one of his mains filters (for your digital components), see here: https://markgrant.co.uk/mains-filter...er-schuko.html then short of hard-wiring from the incoming mains supply, you'll have the ultimate solution.

Honestly, it really makes a difference separating your digital gear (all the 'noisy' bits) from your analogue stuff, rather than plugging everything into the one block, and you'll easily hear the results. If you can't stretch to the cost of the filter, then I'd recommend that you go for two mains blocks (perhaps a 4 and a 2-way), and separate it out that way.

Anyway, good luck and if I can advise you further, let me know

Marco.

[CageyH]

Marco, thanks for the response.
The only mains powered digital component is my CD player, which rarely ever gets turned on. I could plug this directly into the wall in a spare socket.

I'll need 5 analogue sockets...

[Marco]

Ah ok, so you don't have anything else that uses a switch-mode power supply? Any AV/TV stuff, or anything of that nature, which is used in line with your hi-fi system, is just as noisy as a CDP....

Essentially, ALL you want plugged into your 'audiophile mains block' is the stuff you value the sound of most. Everything else should be relegated to wall sockets and/or separate blocks

Marco.

[CageyH]

The HiFi runs off a Power Inspired AG1500. On the same mains circuit I do have a TV and satellite box etc.
I never get any clicks or pops from mains interference through the speakers.

[Marco]

It's not about clicks or pops, mate; it's about how those types of things chuck noise into the main supply, generating distortion that superimposes itself on the music - and you can't hear it until you get rid of it!

Marco.

[CageyH]

Won't the regenerator get rid of this?

[Sherwood]

I have a question. I am looking for a good mains distribution block for my monoblock power amps. I am not looking for any fancy filtering or surge suppression. However, it would be helpful if I could get one with a remote control to power off as the monoblocks themselves are somewhat inaccessible. Are there units available which do no affect sound quality when in use. Belkin used to do a UK unit but seem to have discontinued production

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Belkin-Ener.../dp/B003WK62XO

Geoff

[Jimbo]

I have a question. I am looking for a good mains distribution block for my monoblock power amps. I am not looking for any fancy filtering or surge suppression. However, it would be helpful if I could get one with a remote control to power off as the monoblocks themselves are somewhat inaccessible. Are there units available which do no affect sound quality when in use. Belkin used to do a UK unit but seem to have discontinued production

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Belkin-Ener.../dp/B003WK62XO

Geoff

Best really not too use mainsblock for power amps, they are best plugged into mains socket and in the case of monoblocks each with a good power cable preferably 4mm.

[struth]

Won't the regenerator get rid of this?

Ive a big Belkin filter and distribution box after my regen to remove anything. Seems to be the right combo as its improved the sound