Supra LoRAD power block and power cords

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Supra LoRAD power block and power cords
« on: 18 Oct 2019, 06:53 pm »
Is anyone using these products?  If so, kindly share your thoughts. Thanks.

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Re: Supra LoRAD power block and power cords
« Reply #1 on: 18 Oct 2019, 09:26 pm »
I have their power cords, no complaints and great service.
I am not the power cord guru but if I was looking for more power cords I'd go with them again.

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Re: Supra LoRAD power block and power cords
« Reply #2 on: 17 Nov 2019, 08:55 pm »
I've since started using the Supra LoRAD power distribution block combined with their power cords.   I assembled the cords myself which was a significant savings.
One power cord goes from the distribution block to my dedicated power line, the others go to my CDP, DAC, and Wells Audio Integrated Amplifier.

I replaced a bare-bones Wiremold power strip, and assorted power cables, and the improvements have been immediate and dramatic.  Streaming digital either through Spotify, or better yet, Qobuz, sounds sooo much better.  I haven't paid any attention to break-in time on the Supra items- all I can say that the investment was more than worthwhile. No affiliation, but great return on investment.  :)


maty

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« Reply #3 on: 17 Nov 2019, 09:31 pm »
http://www.jenving.com/products/view/mains-block-md03-eu-switch-3024000501

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Supra NIF Transient Filter

All models are equipped with Supra NIF (Non-Intrusive Filtering), an efficient high frequency (RFI) transient filter. It is designed and configured to efficiently suppress RFI interference, but not to dampen quick recharge demands from the connected devices power supplies. Supra NIF is developed by Ben Duncan Research in England...

That is the key. You can buy a good and cheap aluminum powerstrip and add a cheap Schaffner RF/EMI FN9244B filter inlet like me or...

B = medical

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Re: Supra LoRAD power block and power cords
« Reply #4 on: 17 Nov 2019, 10:24 pm »
http://www.jenving.com/products/view/mains-block-md03-eu-switch-3024000501

That is the key. You can buy a good and cheap aluminum powerstrip and add a cheap Schaffner RF/EMI FN9244B filter inlet like me or...

B = medical

Hi Maty,
I don't quite understand your post, can you kindly explain?  In terms of cost, the Supra Power Block was on sale at a very attractive price and I purchased the Supra cord in bulk along with their connectors.  My total investment was modest.  BTW, I'm in the U.S.A.

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Re: Supra LoRAD power block and power cords
« Reply #6 on: 17 Nov 2019, 10:37 pm »
https://www.madisoundspeakerstore.com/power-cables/supra-mains-power-distribution-block-md06-us/

Looking at it. Quite reasonable $$

I don't know how many more they have at this price. I purchased two in case I run my mono tube amps.  :)  In contrast to a few tweaks I've tried that made very little or no improvement, the Supra items are well-worth the cost, IMO, and ymmv, of course.

maty

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« Reply #7 on: 18 Nov 2019, 06:47 am »
Good price.

The problem is we do not know the attenuation of the RF / EMI filter.

Schaffner FN9244B

B = medical -> less leakage current.

https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=153802.msg1644542#msg1644542





It is important to choose the one that is capable of supporting a little more than the maximum current that our audio system would need to have a greater interference attenuation.

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Re: Supra LoRAD power block and power cords
« Reply #8 on: 18 Nov 2019, 03:57 pm »
Hi Maty,
I don't quite understand your post, can you kindly explain?  In terms of cost, the Supra Power Block was on sale at a very attractive price and I purchased the Supra cord in bulk along with their connectors.  My total investment was modest.  BTW, I'm in the U.S.A.

Totally agree. I recommend the Supra Power Block to all my budget minded audio friends. Plus use one myself in a second system. At the price Madisound sells them, it's a no-brainer.

maty

Re: Supra LoRAD power block and power cords
« Reply #9 on: 18 Nov 2019, 04:25 pm »
As I usually comment, the mains is increasingly dirty because of so much gadget or machine that it fails to comply with regulations.

Audio devices tend to have insufficient attenuation for current reality. Some try to solve the problem by spending a lot of in audiophile cables that add a small attenuation instead of resorting to much cheaper professional solutions with greater values and attenuation graphs.

I am glad you improved your hearing experience by spending few money.

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Re: Supra LoRAD power block and power cords
« Reply #10 on: 18 Nov 2019, 10:42 pm »
That Schaffner spec sheet is the way all power conditioner products spec sheets should look.

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Re: Supra LoRAD power block and power cords
« Reply #11 on: 20 Nov 2019, 12:15 am »
Supra is one of the very few specialized cables I would buy. Good stuff!

bacobits1

Re: Supra LoRAD power block and power cords
« Reply #12 on: 22 Nov 2019, 10:48 pm »
I did get one of these LoRad power strips in on Wed.
Along with a 6 ft power cable. It is indeed very good!
I will let it break in for a week and comment more later.
It is perfect for my KISS philosophy.

sunnydaze

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« Reply #13 on: 23 Nov 2019, 12:28 am »
I did get one of these LoRad power strips in on Wed.
Along with a 6 ft power cable. It is indeed very good!
I will let it break in for a week and comment more later.
It is perfect for my KISS philosophy.

The drop down menu on the Madisound site is a bit confusing....

The 6' cable for $67, does it come assembled or is it just the parts that I need to assemble?    :scratch:

bacobits1

Re: Supra LoRAD power block and power cords
« Reply #14 on: 23 Nov 2019, 02:08 am »
You have to assemble the cable.
To be specific both plugs are included.

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Re: Supra LoRAD power block and power cords
« Reply #15 on: 23 Nov 2019, 03:08 am »
You have to assemble the cable.
To be specific both plugs are included.

I found this YouTube video quite helpful when I assembled the power cords.  The tiny wire is important and fragile.  Good luck @sunnydaze

"Supra Cables LoRad 2.5MKII, How to wire correctly and safely"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-Hsvf0Tpz4

bacobits1

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« Reply #16 on: 23 Nov 2019, 11:44 am »
Actually that wire is a bear to work with, as in stiff.
I was familiar with the small drain wire from an XLO PC I have.
The drain is connected only at the wall end plug.That's' the way I did it here.
In the comments on the video it states it's wrong. They should have supplied a short instruction sheet.

The IEC connection to the bar fits very well and all receptacles are tight fitting. A good thing.

sunnydaze

Re: Supra LoRAD power block and power cords
« Reply #17 on: 23 Nov 2019, 02:47 pm »
Not true.

If you click on "view reply from divineaudiouk" it says this:

This is incorrect, the drain wire needs to be terminated at both ends.
If you leave it loose it is potentially lethal and if you cut it off it is bad practise.
We have confirmed with the factory that this is the correct method and this is also the way Supra terminates the cable themselves.


I would trust info coming direct from Supra and its factory over all else.

bacobits1

Re: Supra LoRAD power block and power cords
« Reply #18 on: 23 Nov 2019, 04:32 pm »
AND......that's why you should buy assembled. :o

sunnydaze

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« Reply #19 on: 23 Nov 2019, 07:33 pm »
AND......that's why you should buy assembled. :o

 You forgot to add this:      :duh:

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