Impact of powerline

Posted by: thijazi on 09 December 2015

Would love to learn how something like the Power-Line upgrade can help the system sound better. I can totally understand how a SuperCap, HiCap or other power unit helps by cleaning up (processing) the current and ensuring it is stable enough, clean, etc.) but I would have thought that whatever feeds the SuperCap is not important.

In other words, what use it is adding a 2 meter Power-Line power chord that would in the end connect to a power socket which is not audio-grade, that in turn is connected to the electrical infrastructure in the house that is totally "standard grade" or even "dirty"... how would a short stretch of electrical chord from the wall socket to the SuperCap help? doesn't the SuperCap handle anything coming into it from a current perspective anyway?

Posted on: 09 December 2015 by Steve J

Don't forget the qualified electrician to do the job.

Posted on: 10 December 2015 by joerand

If you're a competent DIY'er you could always save a few bucks by doing it yourself. Just make sure you're in compliance with your local codes. Might have enough left over for another upgrade, a few powerlines, or increased coverage on your home owners insurance.

Posted on: 10 December 2015 by Richard Dane

...or a more lavish funeral?

Realising that humour doesn't translate so well online, for anyone in any doubt, please take Joe's post above in the spirit in which it was meant. Don't "DIY" with mains electrics please.

Posted on: 10 December 2015 by feeling_zen

PowerLines made a great difference. But there are things I would do first, such as a HiLine and making sure the kit is of a level where the cost of a PL more reasonable than a box upgrade. I would not stick one on a Flatcap for example.