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What reviewers think
Bloggers and YouTubers have tried this product—so we've summarized their strongest opinions below. Links to full reviews follow.
Product Strengths
- Has characteristics of the most expensive conditioners of the company
- Ability to enter the recording, but to show the music, not the 'tripe' of implementation
- Strong, energetic treble and clear midrange without brightening or awakening
- Professionally designed and well-made
- Sound described as 'spectacular'
Product Considerations
- Medium bass is slightly withdrawn
- Whole range is not as saturated as in more expensive conditioners
Takeaway: The PowerPrime is a professionally designed and well-made conditioner that brings out the music in recordings. It's a good way to get features of expensive products without a high price.
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Manufacturer details
Available Outlet Types:
- EU (Schuko)
- US (Nema 5-20R)
- AU (AS/NZS 3112)
Line Voltage:
- 220-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
- 110-120 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Maximum Output Power:
- 3,680 W
Maximum Current Load:
- 16 A
Absorbed Impulse Current:
- 13,000 A
Dimensions (W x D x H):
- 440 x 310 x 95 mm
Gross Weight:
- 9.5 kg
PowerPrime is also equipped with a system that indicates incorrect connection of the device to the mains. The red LED at the back, indicating the wrong polarity of the power supply, or incorrectly connected grounding or lack of grounding. Conditioner has six power outlets G—040. Brass connectors are silver-plated, without the use of intermediate metals such as a copper or nickel layer, which could cause detrimental serial resistance and thus lower the voltage. Strong, stable connection, bigger connection surface and a thick layer of silver guarantee perfect contact with the plug pins. Additionally, the sockets are de-magnetized.
POWERPRIME is based on the new architecture of the RLC filtering branch. The device does not have traditional protection elements, such as thermal or blow fuses, which throttled the free flow of the current, have a negative influence on th...
Brand highlights
Taking a step back to look at reviewers' thoughts of the brand's entire lineup—not just this product—what stands out most is the following:
- GigaWatt's products, from power conditioners to accessories, are designed and manufactured in-house in Poland, allowing for stringent quality control and customization of components.
- The brand emphasizes a "no bottleneck" design, utilizing oversized internal components like massive copper rails and custom-made breakers to ensure unrestricted current flow, even under peak loads.
- GigaWatt employs proprietary technologies like their DC Offset Blocker and compensation batteries to improve power factor and impulse response, differentiating them from standard filtering approaches.
- They offer a range of power cables designed to synergize with their conditioners, allowing users to fine-tune the sonic characteristics of their system, from a more detailed sound to a more musical one.
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PowerPrime Power Line Conditioner
- Positioning: Entry-level line, designed for affordability and compactness.
- Description: Offers effective surge protection and clean energy supply, making it ideal for small audio/video systems. Its compact size and DC-Blocker feature set it apart from higher-end models like the PC-4 EVO+, which offer more outlets and advanced filtering for larger setups.
PC-2 EVO+ Premium Power Line Conditioner
- Positioning: Mid-range option for Hi-Fi audio and video systems.
- Description: Features advanced eight-stage filter architecture, making it suitable for mid-sized systems. Unlike the PowerPrime, it offers more robust construction and better interference suppression, though it lacks the extensive connectivity of the PC-4 EVO+.
PowerControl Power Line Conditioner
- Positioning: Compact high-performance model for versatile use.
- Description: Combines features from both entry-level and premium models, offering 12 outlets and advanced filtering similar to the PC-4 EVO+. Its compact design works well for users needing high functionality in limited spaces, unlike the larger PowerMaster.
PC-4 EVO+ Reference Power Line Conditioner
- Positioning: High-end model for demanding audio systems.
- Description: Features superior protection and offers more advanced filtering and connectivity than the PC-2 EVO+, but at a higher price point.
PowerMaster Flagship Reference Power Conditioner
- Positioning: Flagship model for ultra high-end systems.
- Description: Features extreme durability and performance, supporting up to 12 devices. It surpasses the PC-4 EVO+ with its advanced internal architecture and higher current capacity.
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In addition to standard warranty care, we also take care of older devices. We treat each case individually and always try to help. Even if the damage was caused by the user's negligence. We also offer upgrades for older models. We introduce a lot of improvements - for example, the latest models in the PC series: PC-2, PC-3, PC-3SE, PC-4, have 90% new components compared to those manufactured 10 years ago. So every owner of older generation device can upgrade their model to the latest specification.
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The most significant differences compared to the PC-3 EVO+ : – distribution rails made of silver-plated, highly conductive copper (99.995%) with a cross-section of 30mm2 – hydraulic-magnetic switch by Carling Technologies – damping of the housing with a bitumen-polymer composite mat – LC-2 EVO cable as standard
All elements of the conditioner are mounted in a rigid steel-aluminum chassis, which rests on anti-vibration feet, made of solid anodized aluminum, with an additional layer of the company's 3.5 mm thick elastomer. To reduce vibrations transferred to the conditioner, its chassis was additionally damped with a bitumen-polymer composite mat. The front panel of the conditioner, is made of a thick slab of aircraft aluminum, the surface of which, after precise milling, is roughened and then anodized in two colors – black or silver. 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, which has a fade-out option, is white as standard. Nine other colors are available upon request.
The PC-3SE EVO+ has six, 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, which could introduce unfavorable series resistance and voltage drop. The conditioner is also equipped with an additional circuit that signals if the device is incorrectly connected 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 a defectively connected grounding.
The design of the PC-3SE EVO+ 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. 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 to GigaWatt's strict specifications. Surge protection of the conditioner is provided by high-end elements with increased absorption and aging resistance.
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Our summary
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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The compact depth of the enclosure reduces the footprint of the unit. More space at the rear allows for easier installation and cable connection. The conditioner has a rigid steel-aluminum chassis, with a modular design, allowing the installation of sockets of different standards. The chassis rests on anti-vibration feet, made of solid anodized aluminum, with an additional pad of the company's 3.5 mm thick elastomer. Modules with electronics have internal elastomer shock dampers to prevent the transmission of vibrations to the filter elements. In addition, the top cover is dampened with a bitumen-polymer composite mat.
The front panel of the conditioner, with a new design, is made of a thick slab of aircraft aluminum, the surface of which, after precise milling, is anodized in two color options – black or silver. 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, which has a fade-out option, is white as standard. Nine other colors are available on request
PowerControl 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, which could introduce unfavorable series resistance and voltage drop. The conditioner is also equipped with an additional circuit that signals if the device is incorrectly connected to the mains. Its triggering is indicated by a red LED located on the back, indicating that the conditioner's power supply is incorrectly polarized or the grounding is incorrectly connected. A 1.5m PowerSync PLUS power cord is standard equipment.
Our summary
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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The Denali 6000/S v2 features patented technologies and proprietary components that are unavailable in any other competitive product. The Denali supplies unrestricted peak current to multiple components while dramatically reducing noise from the power line and intercepting noise from component-to-component interactions, isolating each component in the system. The Denali 6000/S is designed to provide the finest performance available, at a price-point intended to embarrass the competition.
The QR/BB™ module possesses the ability to act as an electric charge reservoir, meaning it stores and releases energy in a manner that improves a component's access to instantaneous current. Dynamics are actually improved reducing any sense of dynamic strain often heard from amplifiers that are connected with lesser power cables. The sonic result is a lifelike presentation of timing and dynamic contrasts in sound that cannot be replicated by ANY other means.
Traditional power conditioners are designed to block incoming noise from outside the home, but do not address the noise that is generated by the electronic components themselves. CCI™ (Component-to-Component Isolation) is one of the most significant but often overlooked aspects to power system performance. The CCI™ filter consists of a proprietary multi-stage filter that reduces electrical noise and interference generated by a component's power supply.
Our summary
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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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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Product Strengths
- Noticeably reduces background noise and provides dead silence when nothing is playing
- Offers tunable RF biasing with red and purple settings to optimize sound to your system and personal tastes
- Provides full current to all 8 outlets, allowing for no compromise when running multiple amplifiers
- Increases detail and resolution, expands the soundstage, and adds clarity to vocals
Product Considerations
- One reviewer found it so light that they needed to affix pads to keep it in place when adding or removing power cords
- The red setting is not optimal for electronic music, as it can become too light
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Compared to the Furman IT-Reference 15i, the PowerCell 8 SX provides immediately apparent improvements in detail, resolution, and soundstage, whereas the Furman IT-Reference 15i did not have any discernible difference in sound
- Compared to the original PowerCell8 SE, the PowerCell 8 SX has greater transparency, dynamics, inner detail, and resolution—which creates an actively engaging listening experience
Takeaway: The PowerCell 8 SX unlocks a system's potential by cleaning power and reducing noise. It offers tunable settings to optimize the sound for different music types.
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Product Strengths
- The V5 models (Titan and Sigma) have a much nicer visual design and styling compared to previous EVO3 models, with a better match between the Titan and Sigma aesthetics
- The V5 Sigmas boasts an improved DCR design that brings it closer to the ideal of zero Ohms resistance, which ensures cleaner power delivery and more transparent/accurate audio reproduction
- The V5 Sigmas has seven independent outlets, each with its own dedicated clean power network
- The V5 Sigmas offers versatile outlet configuration with three high current, low impedance outlets (16A) and four medium current outputs (10A)
- The V5 Sigmas has a remarkable 35% improvement in amperage and a 40% increase in current handling capability due to decreased circuit resistance
Product Considerations
- The V5 Sigmas has a premium pricing which may not suit all budgets
- The V5 Titan bass may be a little bit tighter, which may be a problem for the EVO3 Titan because it was a little bit looser—it kind of adds a little bit more bloom and fat to the sound
- The V5 models are hard products to review, because reviewers have to keep powering down and breaking down the whole system to unplug everything, and then have to let it warm up again rinse and repeat multiple times
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- V5 Titan bass was a little bit tighter than the EVO3 Titan, but the Evo III's bass, because it was a little bit looser, kind of adds a little bit more bloom and fat to the sound
- Unless it's used with an amp beyond the Sigmas scope, the V5 is arguably closer in performance to the EVO3 Titan
Takeaway: The Isotek V5 Titan and Sigmas improve a hifi system's sound, opening up the soundstage and giving a better listening experience. With cleaner power and stylish design, these products can make a system sound its best.
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Product Strengths
- Significant audible difference to the hifi system
- The most affordable component in the reviewer's setup
- Well-made CNC machined case shields against wireless interference
- More stable mains voltage at late night
Product Considerations
- Priced at $2300 in the US and €2400 locally
Takeaway: The KECES IQRP-1500 power conditioner makes a noticeable and positive difference in the audio experience and makes the system more enjoyable. This is a worthwhile investment for those seeking cleaner power.
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