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Product Strengths

  • Notably quieter, purer backdrop of stillness and silence enhances spatial relationships and dynamic expressiveness
  • Delivers an enhanced sense of space and a keener sense of organicness, affording augmented neutrality and naturalness to musical tone and texture
  • Elevated clarity adds to the revelation of more intricate musical details and conveys another level of authenticity to the dimensionality found in soundstaging and imaging
  • Improved resolution, tone, and dynamic range
  • Better midrange and lower-treble resolution lowers the noise floor
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Hidden Treasure SATA  

  • Positioning: A specialized cable for connecting computer and audio storage devices that upgrades standard SATA solutions.  
  • Description: It provides a lower noise floor by reducing internal system jitter, making it suitable for small server setups or digital audio systems on a budget. Compared to more advanced lines like OHNO or frontRow, its simpler design offers a practical, cost-effective option for users needing basic functionality.

OHNO  

  • Positioning: An established series known for its reliable signal transmission for everyday audio applications.  
  • Description: It delivers a neutral performance that works well in modest room setups and basic hi-fi systems. In comparison to enhanced lines like Studio TWO or the flagship frontRow series, it offers accuracy with fewer advanced materials.

Studio TWO  

  • Positioning: A cable line that builds on the success of OHNO by providing improved coherency and dynamics while keeping pricing accessible.  
  • Description: It uses refined geometry and a low-mass design to deliver a more engaging presentation of voices and instruments. When compared to OHNO, it offers measurable enhancements in precision, yet it remains less complex than the top-tier frontRow offerings.

frontRow  

  • Positioning: A flagship series engineered to deliver the highest level of performance through meticulous design and advanced materials.  
  • Description: It features MORRE technology that carefully refines every aspect—from conductor geometry to shielding—to achieve exceptional signal integrity and a three-dimensional soundstage, making it ideal for larger, high-end systems. Relative to OHNO and Studio TWO, its comprehensive design upgrades justify its premium status.

frontRow Reserve  

  • Positioning: An enhanced flagship series that builds on the frontRow line by incorporating extra refinements and premium materials.  
  • Description: It adds silver conductors, an advanced EMI/RFI protection formulation with natural crystals, and improved grounding to further reduce noise and boost resolution. Compared to standard frontRow cables, its additional technological enhancements offer an even lower noise floor and greater dynamic precision.
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Manufacturer's notes

The Adept Response will elevate the performance of your audio/video system to new heights like no other power conditioner. In addition to superior power protection, the Adept Response delivers the ultimate audio/video experience.
  • Number of Outlets: 12
  • Included Power Cord: 1.75m forte f5 powerChord
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Audience AV is a hifi audio brand known for its high-performance audio cables and power conditioners that enhance sound quality by reducing noise and interference. The brand also offers a unique line of loudspeakers, like the 1+1 V5, and provides OEM and DIY parts for audio enthusiasts to customize their systems.
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PC-4 EVO+
11933
11933
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3
Reviews
GigaWatt

The most significant differences compared to the PC-3 SE EVO+ : – 12 output sockets in 3 separated sections – circuit boards with increased layer thickness – filters based on high-flux cores – distribution rails made of silver-plated, highly conductive copper (99.997%) with a section of 45mm2 – two-pole hydraulic-magnetic switch – 6500W two-pole internal relay – proprietary capacitors with enlarged capacity – enlarged capacity compensation batteries of buffer systems – surge protection systems with increased capacity – C19 input socket – ultra-rigid, non-magnetic aluminum chassis – reference anti-vibration feet Rolling-Ball Isolation System – grounding terminal – PowerSync ULTRA power cord as standard

All internal components of the conditioner are enclosed in an ultra-rigid, non-magnetic aluminum chassis. To reduce vibrations transmitted to the conditioner, the top cover was additionally damped with a bitumen-polymer composite mat. The conditioner rests on reference anti-vibration feet – Rolling-Ball Isolation System. This system is minimizing the number of contacting points between the foot, the conditioner's case and the floor. It results into a sigificant reduction of mechanical vibrations which have a negative affect on the conditioner's internal components, degrading the sound. Another isolation element, on which the whole construction is supported, is the proprietary elastomer, 5mm thick. In the central part there is an LED display indicating the value of the input voltage. The voltmeter is characterized by resistance to distortion and measurement errors caused by higher harmonics, while not generating any interference that could degrade the quality of the voltage filtered by the conditioner. The display can be turned off and it comes in white as standard. Nine other colors are available upon request.

The PC-4 EVO+ has twelve, top-quality proprietary output sockets, with contacts of large surface area. The brass contacts are technically silver plated, with no intermediate metal layers such as copper or nickel. The input jack is the company's C19 connector with rhodium-plated contacts. The conditioner is also equipped with a system signalling incorrect connection of the device to the mains. Its activation is indicated by a red LED located on the back, informing of incorrect polarity of the conditioner's power supply or lack of grounding.

The design of the PC-4 EVO+ v21 is based on a unique eight-stage filter architecture that uses the most advanced, uncompromised components. The conditioner is equipped with three autonomous filtering branches, serving separate three sections, consisting of four outlets each. This allows isolation of individual loads from mutual interference generated by connected devices using a common power line. The innovative two-stage power distribution system is based on massive distribution rails made of silver-plated OFHC C10100 oxygen-free copper bars of 99.997% purity. The first stage allows for lossless and even voltage distribution to the individual filter branches. The second stage delivers current directly to each quart of output sockets. The company's semi-multistrand conductors with enlarged cross-section, made of silver-plated oxygen-free copper insulated with Teflon, are responsible for the transmission of current between the individual modules. These solutions ensure even and stable power distribution regardless of the load on the individual outputs of the conditioner.

The company's anti-interference capacitors are responsible for the essential filtering of interference, and are manufactured under GigaWatt's specifications. Surge protection of the conditioner is provided by high-end components with increased absorption and aging resistance. A two-pole hydraulic-magnetic circuit breaker custom manufactured to GigaWatt specifications was used as overload protection. This component acts as a circuit to control the value of current flowing through the internal circuits and as the main circuit breaker of the conditioner. Lossless current transmission is ensured by printed circuits with extremely wide conductive paths made of silver-plated copper of extreme thickness representing up to fifteen times the thickness of standard PCBs. Interference suppression is provided by RLC-type filtering blocks, built using, among other things, the company's Audio Grade filter capacitors and filters based on cores with significantly lower power losses, enabling a significant increase in the value of the current flowing through the filter.

Standard equipment of the PC-4 EVO+ v21 is the DC Offset Blocker – a circuit that eliminates the unwanted DC component of the electrical grid. It allows to effectively eliminate this phenomenon, without causing compression or any other negative effect on the sound. The design of the conditioner's internal components allows it to handle an instantaneous load of 100A! To ensure the highest possible impulse response, the PC-4 EVO+ is equipped with a dual buffer circuit with Audio Grade compensation batteries of our own design. The circuit increases the current capacity of the conditioner allowing almost unlimited impulse capabilities, unparalleled by other similar passive conditioners and unattainable by active conditioners. The impulse capabilities of the PC-4 EVO+ v21 exceed even the current values of a pure power line without additional devices.

GigaWatt is a hifi manufacturer specializing in power conditioning and power distribution systems that minimize noise in hifi systems.
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Product Strengths

  • Improves sound quality by removing subtle grain, leading to a purer reproduction of sound
  • Enhances dynamics and impact, allowing music to flow more freely and organically
  • Effectively eliminates noise from the powerline, as demonstrated by removing a surging buzz in one system
  • Offers surge protection and overload protection without throttling current flow
  • Features high-quality components such as proprietary power sockets, RLC filtering blocks, and silver-plated copper wiring, ensuring robust and clean power delivery

Product Considerations

  • May require a 'settling in' period to reach its optimal performance
  • The choice of power cable can influence the sound signature, requiring experimentation to match system needs
  • Careful cable management is needed to avoid cable chaos, due to the size and number of outlets
  • The initial investment may be significant

Comparisons (according to reviewers)

  • Vs PC-3 SE EVO+—the PC-4 EVO+ '21 offers better differentiation in individual groups of instruments at the micro level

Takeaway: The PC-4 EVO+ offers a clean and robust power solution for high-end audio systems, enhancing sound quality and dynamics by eliminating noise and removing restraints, making the music more engaging. It is a well-built, top-class product that improves the overall listening experience.

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S-1000
15975
15975
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3
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Stromtank

Everything that distinguishes the StromTanks can already be found in our smallest model: a mains-independent generated perfect sine wave for the best sound. Whereby „small" should not be considered underpowered, because the entry into the StromTank world can also be the perfect choice for many. Depending on the system configuration and listening habits, there are no limits to absolute music enjoyment with the S1000-SourcePower.

The main reason for this is the LFP batteries, and in the case of the S1000-SourcePower we are using 8 batteries (24V System). Due to their high cost, they have not been utilised in the audio sector so far, but they are extremely powerful, durable and safe. That is precisely our claim.

Given the impressive dimensions of the StromTanks, it may seem almost ironic to say, but they are comparatively compact thanks to current battery sizes. Just a few years ago, the dimensions of a comparable device would have been simply absurdly large. If you prefer to listen to classical music with HiFi system that is not oversized, the S1000-SourcePower is your StromTank.

By the way: even when our StromTanks are charging, your system sounds better. You don't believe that? You don't have to, you can hear it. Connect your system to the S1000-SourcePower and give it and yourself a few days. You will no longer want to listen without a StromTank.

Stromtank is unique among power conditioner brands for completely disconnecting audio systems from the power grid and using lithium iron phosphate batteries to deliver pure sine wave power. Their battery management system, developed with the Fraunhofer Institute, actively monitors and balances cells while handling both front-end and power amplifier components, unlike typical power conditioners that only support low-power devices.
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Product Strengths

  • Provides cleaner, more stable power to high-end components
  • Improves color saturation and transparency
  • Increases soundstage depth, width, and height
  • Makes the music more real and live
  • Lowers the noise floor, allowing more low-level detail to be reproduced, and a more coherent AC sine wave to be supplied to the equipment

Product Considerations

  • The Stromtank S 1000 emits a quiet hum
  • The 450VA continuous output power is not sufficient to deliver full power via some monoblock amplifiers
  • The batteries will last roughly 15 years before energy storage drops by 20% if recharged once per day

Comparisons (according to reviewers)

  • Compared to the AudioQuest Niagara 7000, the S-1000 provides more silence and space, and allows reverb around vocals to be more discernible
  • With Stromtank battery power, the Dan D'Agostino's ability to convey detail increased to darTZeel levels, and its soundstage magic increased

Takeaway: The Stromtank S-1000 helps reveal the full potential of audio components by providing cleaner power, resulting in a more engaging and detailed listening experience. It can make a significant and noticeable improvement to soundstage depth and clarity.

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Stromtank is unique among power conditioner brands for completely disconnecting audio systems from the power grid and using lithium iron phosphate batteries to deliver pure sine wave power. Their battery management system, developed with the Fraunhofer Institute, actively monitors and balances cells while handling both front-end and power amplifier components, unlike typical power conditioners that only support low-power devices.
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PowerMaster
11991
11991
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1
Reviews
GigaWatt

All the conditioner's internal components are enclosed in an ultra-rigid, non-magnetic aluminum chassis made of thick sheets of milled aluminum. To reduce vibrations transmitted to the conditioner, the top cover was additionally damped with a bitumen-polymer composite mat. The conditioner rests on reference anti-vibration feet – Full Ceramic Isolation System.

The front panel of the conditioner, is made of a thick slab of aircraft aluminum, the surface of which, after precise milling, is glazed and then anodized in two color options – black or silver. In the central part of the panel a True-RMS voltmeter window is built in, along with a pane of scratch-resistant 9H ceramic glass. The voltmeter is equipped with an LED display indicating the precise value of the input voltage.

POWERMASTER has twelve, top-quality proprietary output sockets, with contacts of large surface area. The brass contacts are technically silver plated, with no intermediate metal layers such as copper or nickel. The input jack is the company's C19 connector with rhodium-plated contacts.

The POWERMASTER conditioner's design is based on a unique eight-stage filter architecture using the most advanced, uncompromising components. The conditioner is equipped with three autonomous filtering branches, serving separate three sections, consisting of four outlets each. This allows isolation of individual loads from mutual interference generated by connected devices using a common power line.

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Powerzone 3
17906
17906
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1
Reviews
Gryphon

Forget everything you know about signal processing: compared to all other Power Conditioners, Gryphon PowerZone 3 introduces a unique and entirely superior way of improving the signal passing through it. In an electrical circuit, current flow is attended by micro-vibrations on a molecular level; basically, all current flow is, by definition, the transmission of energy through micro-vibrations. Following Paul Hafner’s theory and approach, the vibration of electrons in the conductor creates a series of minute resonances generated by the signal passing through it. Paul’s specific approach differentiates a Dynamic (variable) signal from a Static signal.

Gryphon is one of the most respected high-end amplifier brands in the world. Its bass grip is phenomenal, thanks to an unusually high level of capacitance, which keeps everything tight and controlled, even with demanding speakers. Gryphon is also known for its bold, brutalist design—a look that a lot of people love. You’ll find their gear all over Europe and Asia, and the Diablo 333 is often considered an ‘endgame’ amp by those chasing the very best sound and aesthetics.
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Product Strengths

  • All the instruments became clearer and better focused with the PowerZone in the system, with noticeable bass improvement
  • The PowerZone optimizes the electrons' vibrational flow and minimizes spurious resonances and the distortions they create
  • Music playback was described as 'more comfortable' with familiar recordings delivering increased width and depth
  • The PowerZone helps the signal flow in a natural way, by using a better adapted environment

Product Considerations

  • The PowerZone 3 is an expensive product
  • The review mentions the reviewer changed two things at once in a demo: adding the conditioner and changing power cables
  • The reviewer notes that the theory behind power products and how they work in tandem with a system is impossible to predict

Comparisons (according to reviewers)

  • Vs PS Audio P20: The PowerZone produced a very different experience, with one friend commenting 'Where did the bass come from?'

Takeaway: The Gryphon PowerZone 3 can improve the clarity, focus, and bass of a high-end audio system, resulting in a more comfortable and enjoyable listening experience. It is an effective addition to power conditioning products.

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Gryphon is one of the most respected high-end amplifier brands in the world. Its bass grip is phenomenal, thanks to an unusually high level of capacitance, which keeps everything tight and controlled, even with demanding speakers. Gryphon is also known for its bold, brutalist design—a look that a lot of people love. You’ll find their gear all over Europe and Asia, and the Diablo 333 is often considered an ‘endgame’ amp by those chasing the very best sound and aesthetics.
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What else competes at this price?

PC-3SE EVO+
8045
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Released
GigaWatt
PC-3 SE EVO+ is a "Special Edition" of the PC-3 EVO conditioner enriched with a number of better components. This conditioner not only effectively protects against interference and overvoltages occurring in the home electrical network, but above all guarantees a significant improvement in the quality of sound, as well as the displayed image of powered devices.
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Product Strengths

  • Audibly removes grain from the musical canvas to have all instruments and voices more visible and separated
  • Extracts musical content and showcases it in a humane, palpable fashion
  • Provides protection against interference and voltage spikes present in the home power grid, and filters current
  • Improves the sound and protects the connected gear

Product Considerations

  • May force all units to act in a certain way that is more generalized, instead of being able to listen to specialty cables, plugs, amps, rear, DAC, or streamer
  • May kill a bit of personality of the connected components
  • The unit is sensitive to vibrations and ideally belongs in an Artesania piece of furniture with dampeners, having it on a hard floor next to a speaker is a bad idea

Comparisons (according to reviewers)

  • The PC-3 SE EVO+ gave up nothing versus Furutech RTP-6 passive, and merely shifted the subjective balance on the speed/body axis in favor of the latter
  • The GigaWatt PC-3 SE EVO+ is not really better than the Acoustic Revive power strip, but it is also not worse, which is something special
  • The PC-3 SE EVO+ is more evolved, more organic, more believable, and better in almost every aspect versus MIT Powerbar set

Takeaway: The GigaWatt PC-3 SE EVO+ improves the sound by audibly removing grain and showcasing the musical content. It also protects the connected equipment and could be worth buying if one is trying to get the best sound from their hifi system.

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Denali 6000/S v2
6000
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Released
2022
Shunyata
Over the past 25 years Shunyata Research has earned a reputation for producing the highest-performance power-distribution systems on the market. The Denali 6000/S v2 adds measurably improved performance and technology to a design that had already won multiple Product of the Year Awards and raves from every critic that has reviewed it. Design advances within include objectively lowered noise, 6 zones of isolation and superior high-current performance for amps and other high-current electronics on all outlets.
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Shunyata is a hifi brand known for their power conditioners and cables that use hand-braided Helix geometry and proprietary noise-reduction technologies like Stardust compound and Kinetic Phase Inversion Process. Through their sister brand, they also provide noise-reduction solutions for realtime monitoring equipment in the healthcare industry.
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Product Strengths

  • Reduces noise in the audio system, leading to a blacker background and improved clarity
  • Enhances soundstage definition, making images more palpable and less diffuse
  • Does not compress dynamics, providing sufficient power to amplifiers when needed
  • Features proprietary technologies like QR/BB, NIC, and CCI for enhanced performance and protection
  • Exceptional build quality, with a solid and flawless finish
  • Features connectivity options for enhanced usage

Product Considerations

  • Relatively expensive, with a price point that may seem high compared to some associated equipment
  • May require a break-in period for optimal performance
  • The looks are rather unassuming
  • The Typhon T2 lacks the cable cradles that are on the Denali

Comparisons (according to reviewers)

  • Denali v2 combines Triton v3-like high-current capability with superior noise reduction

Takeaway: The Shunyata Research Denali 6000/S v2 keeps your system safe and helps it perform its best by reducing noise and improving clarity. It is a well-crafted component designed to extract the best performance from connected components, providing peace of mind for audiophiles.

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PowerControl
8000
/
Released
2022
GigaWatt
The design of the PowerControl conditioner is a development of the concept used in the PowerPrime model, but it also uses solutions known from the higher models of conditioners, the PC series. The unit has 12 outlets, making its functionality comparable to the flagship PC-4 EVO+.
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Product Strengths

  • Offers adequate protection against surges and DC components
  • Provides sufficient current efficiency for demanding setups
  • Features twelve high-quality, silver-plated, zero contact resistance Schuko sockets (versions for other regions are available, too)
  • Elegant appearance, even compared to more expensive GigaWatt conditioners
  • More weighty and smoother sound

Product Considerations

  • With the basic PowerSync Plus cable, the sound might be a bit darker and less detailed compared to the PC-3 SE EVO +
  • A more expensive power cable may be needed to achieve higher fidelity
  • Planning is required to manage the 12 power cables plugged into the device

Comparisons (according to reviewers)

  • Compared to the GigaWatt PC-3 SE EVO +, the PC-3 SE EVO + offers better insight into deeper layers of music and higher energy, while the PowerControl focuses more on fluidity and coherence of the sound
  • Compared to the GigaWatt PC-3 SE EVO +, the PC-3 SE EVO + renders a wider and deeper soundstage and a better differentiation of the layers, while the PowerControl gives a stronger impression of the performers' presence

Takeaway: The GigaWatt PowerControl is a versatile and great-looking device that protects components and ensures current efficiency. It focuses on the musical and emotional side of music, making listening enjoyable.

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Reference Power Isolator
7600
/
Released
Transparent
REFERENCE PowerIsolator is the perfect surge-spike protection and power conditioning solution for Connoisseur Level music and film systems. It works well with ULTIMATE Companions to provide superior component isolation, and unrestricted, noise-free power. It has 8 high-current US outlets in 4 isolated banks. (The EU version has 7 AC outlets, and the UK version has 6 outlets.)
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Transparent Cable is unique for incorporating compensatory networks within their cables to address impedance matching and noise reduction, along with offering custom calibration services that match cables to specific audio components. The brand stands out through their extensive upgrade program, allowing customers to trade in older models for newer versions while retaining much of their original investment value.
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Product Strengths

  • Effectively isolates the audio system from noise on the power line across all frequencies
  • Improves the sense of effortlessness in the sound, resulting from low noise backgrounds
  • Helps free up inner detail in a soundstage while retaining width and precision
  • Does not diminish the power and dynamism of the music
  • Includes a Gigabit Ethernet isolator with surge protection to shut out network noise

Product Considerations

  • The suggestion to use every alternate output for a 'double-dose of isolation' implies standard use might not be optimal
  • The unit's physical size is considerable, especially in the UK due to plug and fuse requirements
  • Described as an 'amp-heavy, curved, and very dark grey box'—it is not designed to be visually appealing

Comparisons (according to reviewers)

  • The Reference PowerIsolator isolates noise better than other power conditioners that focus on the 'minutiae of power conditioning'

Takeaway: The Transparent Reference PowerIsolator provides a solid barrier against power-related noise, enhancing overall audio performance by improving detail and soundstage without sacrificing power. The inclusion of Ethernet isolation makes it especially valuable in modern, networked audio systems.

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Transparent Cable is unique for incorporating compensatory networks within their cables to address impedance matching and noise reduction, along with offering custom calibration services that match cables to specific audio components. The brand stands out through their extensive upgrade program, allowing customers to trade in older models for newer versions while retaining much of their original investment value.
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Typhon T2
5500
/
Released
2022
Shunyata
The two-outlet Typhon T2 represents a years-long evolution in science that makes it a one-of-a-kind product with three dynamic and unique functions. When the Typhon T2 is connected as a stand-alone two-outlet reference power distributor it will super-charge the performance of even the world's most demanding amplifiers. The Typhon T2 also comes equipped to receive an optional Performance or Reference level umbilical, allowing it to be connected in-line to any Shunyata power-distributor as a performance force-multiplier of the first order.
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Shunyata is a hifi brand known for their power conditioners and cables that use hand-braided Helix geometry and proprietary noise-reduction technologies like Stardust compound and Kinetic Phase Inversion Process. Through their sister brand, they also provide noise-reduction solutions for realtime monitoring equipment in the healthcare industry.
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Product Strengths

  • Reveals new depth and nuance to any recording when combined with the Denali 6000/S v2
  • Employs unique technology not found elsewhere
  • Exhibits excellent build quality
  • Connectivity options are a strength

Product Considerations

  • Lacks cable cradles, which are present on the Denali
  • The looks are rather unassuming
  • Requires a break-in period

Takeaway: The Typhon T2 adds soundstage and musical details to a system, and helps reveal the magic in a record collection when used with the Denali 6000/S v2. It offers an upgrade path for those starting with the Denali.

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What reviewers think

Magazine reviewers and YouTubers have tried this product—so we've summarized their strongest opinions below.

Product Strengths

  • Notably quieter, purer backdrop of stillness and silence enhances spatial relationships and dynamic expressiveness
  • Delivers an enhanced sense of space and a keener sense of organicness, affording augmented neutrality and naturalness to musical tone and texture
  • Elevated clarity adds to the revelation of more intricate musical details and conveys another level of authenticity to the dimensionality found in soundstaging and imaging
  • Improved resolution, tone, and dynamic range
  • Better midrange and lower-treble resolution lowers the noise floor
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