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The following is basically the information that we have on our website about our current power system philosophy. I think it is a good starting point for questions about current and future products.

The Shunyata Research Approach: Distributed Power Conditioning
Shunyata Research pioneered the idea and implementation of Distributed Power Conditioning to solve the problems of internal and grid related power-line noise, while eliminating the complications and limitations posed by traditional “one-box” approach to power conditioning.

What is Distributed Power Conditioning?
Distributed Power Conditioning describes Shunyata Research’s multi-point approach to noise isolation. Beginning at the first electrical connection of each component -- the power cord, Shunyata’s distributed power conditioning measurably reduces noise. This is accomplished without getting in the way of instantaneous current (DTCD) or interfering with the individual components unique power conditioning elements. Following, are the three stages of Shunyata’s Distributed Power Conditioning System.

Stage 1: Noise-Reduction Power Cords
Shunyata Research offers a variety of power cords that measurably reduce noise generated by component power supplies This reduces a primary cause of noise pollution at the component itself, where noise reduction is at its most effective. This objective reduction of noise helps to reduce Component-to-Component Interference (CCI) and isolates each of the components from one-another before the power cords all merge at the power conditioner.

Stage 2: DTCD & CCI Optimized Power Conditioners
The power distributor is where each of the power cords intersect prior to the connection at the wall outlet. Optimization of DTCD (instantaneous current flow) and CCI (internal noise interference) are critical within the power distributor. Shunyata Research’s power distributors are designed to function as multi-directional sinks for high-frequency noise from both the power grid and from the system components. The MPDA (multi-phase differential array) filter systems and patented NICs (noise isolation chambers) dramatically reduce power-line noise without adversely affecting DTCD.

Stage 3: Pocket-Sized Protection and Filtration at the Wall
For simple systems or for single components, the pocket sized VENOM DEFENDER can be an ideal solution for protection and noise filtration. The VENOM DEFENDER provides surge protection and noise reduction when plugged directly into the wall outlet. It may also be used with the VENOM PS8 eight-outlet power distributor or other power strip.

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Solving the problem of power line noise
Perhaps the most significant challenge to faithful reproduction of music and video are the multiple forms of power line and component borne noise that degrade the performance of electronics systems. Not only can power-line noise cause obvious audible problems such as low frequency hum and buzz, it can also be the root cause of more subtle distortions that significantly take away from performance. Loss of low level resolution, reduced dynamic contrast and harsh high frequencies are all symptoms of unaddressed power-line and component-borne noise. Until recently, the only options for power conditioning were a variety of “big-box” all-in-one solutions.

Tradition In Power Conditioning
Most traditional forms of “power conditioning” consist of a single box that sits between electronics and the wall. The vast majority of these boxes contain some form of massive choke, coil, transformer or regenerator that is supposed to clean power-line noise before conveying current to the components. This approach does reduce noise coming from outside the system, but in doing so, traditional power conditioners introduce draw-backs that do more to harm than they do to help audio-video system performance.

Following, are the three building blocks of Shunyata’s Distributed Power Systems and why they part with tradition in their product category.

DTCD (Dynamic Transient Current Delivery)
All audio and video electronics are similar to high-revving dynamic engines in the way they draw current from the wall -- fast and hard. The majority of power-conditioners corrupt the most critical aspect of power-delivery to audio and video electronics -- efficient peak-current delivery (DTCD). Slowing down the natural transfer of peak current energy from the wall to component power supplies will degrade the most fundamental aspects of system performance. Shunyata founder, scientist Caelin Gabriel, considers this aspect of electrical system design to be so vital that he designed a measurement device, the DTCD (Dynamic Transient Current Delivery) Analyzer to objectively measure these parameters. DTCD Analysis is used in the custom design of Shunyata’s vast array of exclusive parts, materials, outlets and AC connectors.

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CCI (Component-to-Component Interference)
The vast majority of the all-in-one-box approaches fail to address any of the noise generated by and shared among electronics themselves. In fact, most of them reflect component generated EMI and RFI distortion back into the system, making the internal noise problem worse. Shunyata believes that Component-to-Component noise interference (CCI) is the most significant threat to the fidelity of sound and film because of its intensity and its proximity to components. Addressing shared noise between system components is far more crucial than blocking noise coming from far away. Shunyata’s Distributed Power Systems do both.

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Avoiding Conflict
Many traditional “power conditioners” contain elements that are often in conflict with component’s own power supplies. This can create a power conditioning mis-match with unpredictable results. Consequently, traditional “power conditioners” are not recommended by the majority of electronics manufacturers. Shunyata products are largely non-reactive by design, meaning they have no elements that would conflict with whatever is designed into electronic power supplies. Shunyata products offer consistent performance no matter what combination of components they are connected to. This explains why many electronics manufacturers use Shunyata’s Distributed Power Systems in their trade show and design systems.

Summing up...

Shunyata Research’s Distributed Power Conditioning Systems are the most diverse and efficient means of protection and noise isolation for recording, mastering, film and sound systems. Shunyata’s multi-stage noise-filtering measurably reduces noise at the components, where it matters most. Every element in the Distributed Power Conditioning System has been designed to work seamlessly with all component power supplies, without adding interference and without the degradation of instantaneous current (DTCD).

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Thanks for the info... much appreciated !!