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RE: I have 2 Venom3s in my system...

No, you have heard correctly. Interesting you should ask this question at this point. I had looked up your system and saw you listed the Belkin conditioner, and I was composing my next set of questions to you about your system w/ the Venom3 power cords when your post showed up.

In my experience, "power conditioners" such as the Belkin you have will at least change power amp. dynamics - and this means usually restricting the dynamics - unless they specifically state they are "non-current limiting" (even then ...). I had a $200 Monster brand "power bar" at one point and easily noted that the dynamics of my then mid-fi system (mostly Rotel) were restricted vs. the $3.00 wall outlet. Latter, I purchased a Shunyata Hydra4 power conditioner. In short, the results were that the dynamics of my system were more pronounced (I mean much better, even for bass alone) with the Hydra4 vs. the wall outlet. Go figure; but I have stuck with the Hydra4 longer than any other system component thus far. From this, and other experiences it has lead me to think, from hearing such results that are clearly notable, that more music can be garnered simply from the AC side of components, be they amps., or source.

I would encourage you to try to audition a proven (that means neutral and non-current limiting) power conditioner such as the Shunyata Hydra series. Used, they are a steal for what they do. From another OP I note you had started to evaluate another brand; I do not have experience with that brand, however my dad worked for Furman in the past. And do not get me started on outlets .... Happy listening


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