Noisy Mains, and how to tackle it

Posted by: Mulberry on 23 September 2018

Hi,

ever since moving into my current place I have been plagued by a certain type of glare in the high frequencies. The first suspects were room acoustics (too much glass) and the gear itself (brighter than average). As I have learned is that while both were indeed a part of the problem, most of the problem is caused by a very noisy mains. 

Why am I sure about this? A couple of weeks ago, one of my friendly dealers dropped a parallel mains filter which effectively removed the glare. Unfortunately the demo unit, a Shunyata Typhoon, is far too bulky and silver to ever land in the living room.

Any suggestions on how to get rid of the noise in a more discreet way? I’m fully aware of the “don’t use mains conditioning with Naim” doctrine and already have a dedicated spur for the Hi-Fi.

Thanks!

Posted on: 24 September 2018 by Japtimscarlet
TOBYJUG posted:
ken c posted:

what tests/checks can one perform to confirm a 'noisy' earth -- other than poor hifi sound, which can also be for umpteen other reasons?

 

There are a few gadgets that are easy and safe to use..

http://www.6moons.com/audioreviews/bluehorizon/4.png

Blue horizon do one

Really?

1000 euros just to get a readout of your noisy mains

I would rather spend the money shutting up the noise!!

A second hand ocilloscope can be had for £25...infact I paid £17 for my two channel one

Useful for setting azimuth as well !!!

Posted on: 24 September 2018 by Mulberry

...things like this can be borrowed from your friendly dealer. Or at least from mine