Alan Maher's Power Enhancer

JenMaher · « **Reply #1020 on:** 16 Mar 2009, 10:59 am »

Pre-Orders for the April 6-11 begin today. All orders will be filled on a first come first serve policy. Alan will only be available for 3 weeks (March 25- April 16), I highly recommend if you are considering a AM design product to place the pre-order as soon as possible.

Note: Alan ususally doesn't like to work 3 or 4 days prior to hitting the road, not enough time to construct a custom filter, so it's likely he will cut off the order acceptance date around April 10-12.

Thank-you for your continued support. All pre-orders prior to March 25 will receive a 15% discount.

cporada · « **Reply #1021 on:** 17 Mar 2009, 05:48 pm »

I'm wondering how to determine where the best location for a Ref II would be. I know from Alan's and Jen's suggestion, one should listen to a standard PE plugged into each circuit in the house and choose one that sounds "neutral". However, how does one do this if you don;t have a spare PE? The reason I ask is the 2 standard PE's I own are plugged in already. If I unplug one of those to try to find where to put the Ref II, won't the fact that the standard PE is no longer in its prior spot change how everything sounds for the audition of the Ref II? Also, won't I then have to wait 2 weeks or so again to get back to my original sound when I return the PE to its original location once I'm done using it to identify bright and neutral circuits? If so, I that might make it hard to tell what effects are due to the Ref II and which are due to the PE being replaced and "re-tuning". Is it possible to use the Ref II to identify which circuit is best suited for the Ref II? If so, what should I listen for as I try the Ref II on different circuits? Sorry if these are dumb questions, I just want to make sure I get the Ref II in the right spot to hear what it can do, but I don't really want to have to unplug everything else and go through break-in on those again.
Thanks so much
Chris

cporada · « **Reply #1022 on:** 17 Mar 2009, 06:41 pm »

I'm writing with a couple more quick questions about the ESP filter units that Jen recommended. First, if my breaker feeding my dedicated audio duplex is 20amp, then you suggested getting a 30 amp ESP lab-grade unit. However, it appears that in the easy to use model with a cord and outlets, 20 amp is the highest they go. Would these mean I would get congestion/reduced dynamics if I used this unit to power my system (I have a 100 watt per channel class A power amp)? If so, how does one use the hard-wired filters, i.e., where do you wire those? Would I cut the power cord to my power conditioner and hard-wire the leads of the filter into the power cord, or is this filter supposed to install in the crawl space directly in the Romex feeding the duplex? Lastly, and this is likely a dumb question but I won;t know unless I ask, why does only one side of the filter have a ground lead?
Thanks so much
Chris

JenMaher · « **Reply #1023 on:** 18 Mar 2009, 08:26 am »

Chris-

"I know from Alan's and Jen's suggestion, one should listen to a standard PE plugged into each circuit in the house and choose one that sounds "neutral". However, how does one do this if you don;t have a spare PE?"

The Reference II can be used the same way as the PE. Plug the Reference II in around the home on different circuits and see what sounds best. Allow the filter 30 minutes to 1 hour to initially set up to see if you like the added/enhanced sound quality. If you don't try a different location on another circuit. Make notes of the sound quality of each circuit for later reference for additional tuning filters. For example if circuit 1 sounds dark and circuit 2 sounds neutral during the listening tests with the Reference II, then I would recommend adding a PE to circuit 1 and a Reference II to circuit 2. Motor appliances, like the refrigerator, should still receive a PE II to help lower the mechanical noise and harmonic feedback. Microwave ovens should still receive a Reference I filter.

"I'm writing with a couple more quick questions about the ESP filter units that Jen recommended. First, if my breaker feeding my dedicated audio duplex is 20amp, then you suggested getting a 30 amp ESP lab-grade unit. However, it appears that in the easy to use model with a cord and outlets, 20 amp is the highest they go. Would these mean I would get congestion/reduced dynamics if I used this unit to power my system (I have a 100 watt per channel class A power amp)?"

As long as the system draws less than 15 amps then the 20 amp plug in filter will be fine. If the system draws more than 15 amps then I highly recommend installing the wire-in to the power conditioner power cord. Pick yourself up a hobby box and use it to house the wire-in filter. Ask Alan when he comes home for install tips, he uses the filter in different scenarios.

"Lastly, and this is likely a dumb question but I won't know unless I ask, why does only one side of the filter have a ground lead?"

The filter ground wire is not used to purify ground noise, it is required for the Y input configuration and surge protection. Ask Alan for tips on how to clean up ground noise, I'm on the phone with him right now, he said he would be more than happy to assist when he gets back.

alanmaher · « **Reply #1024 on:** 25 Mar 2009, 02:22 pm »

NEWS: April 3, 4, and 5 we are offering one of our famous hour by hour weekend sales. I plan to launch a few new designs, including the Quantum series, DIY wire-in filters, and a few other really cool products.

Please stop by....I look forward to chatting with everyone.

alanmaher · « **Reply #1025 on:** 25 Mar 2009, 06:46 pm »

NEWS: Power Enhancer Power Cable coming soon. The PE PC is a massive 5N copper 10ga x 3 design, cryogenically treated AC connectors, Quicksilver Gold conductive treatment, and audiophile grade filter parts (optional).

The cable is available in 3 models:

$110.00 (6' non-filtered)
$145.00 (6' active filtered)
$175.00 (6' active quantum filtered)

Cable description:

Non-filtered: Increased warmth, bass definition, dynamics, smooth and extended high.

Active filtered: Enhanced bass definition, dynamics, lower midrange warmth, resolution, inner detail, sound stage size, speed, and extension.

Active quantum filtered: Enhanced bass definition, dynamics, lower midrange warmth, resolution, inner detail and musical texture, sharpness, sound stage size, and extension.

alanmaher · « **Reply #1026 on:** 29 Mar 2009, 09:02 am »

"Hi Jen, saw your post elsewhere on AC. It looks like the power enhancer plugs into one outlet of a duplex...and the filtering effects all the power going to the receptacle, correct? I have a noise issue when my cable box and/or tv are plugged into my integrated amp. I bought a used BPT 1 10 outlet device...I think the sound is improved overall, but this hum still persists.

Thanks,Max"

Max

Sorry but I don't have access to Jen's PM account, she is out of town all of this week, in the meantime I can answer your question.

The PE series, Reference II, and Quantum series are all different levels of parallel filters. Your description is a ground loop hum created by the connecting interconnects. If it is the case of the incoming coax, then in most cases that can be lowered or corrected with a simple insulated ground wire / star wire application. I suggested going down to the local hardware store and purchasing 6 feet of insulated 12ga THHN stranded wire, a Leviton industrial grade 5266C ac plug, and a package of spade or round connectors. Wire the round connector at one end and the ac plug at the other end of the ground wire. Find a screw on the bottom or rear of the cable box that is attached to the metal chassis. Attach the round connector to this location, preferably close to the coax input. Plug the ac male into the BPT to star ground cable box. Two things should happen, 1. The hum should disappear or at banish where it is no longer noticeable, 2. The cable box is usually a mini radio station; if it is located in the same rack as the audio components you should notice lower noise via audio playback...the sound quality is usually warmer and more organic.

After that is completed I highly recommend 1 PE to be plugged into the BPT and a PE V S/AC to be plugged into the wall with the BPT power cord. This combination will dramatically improved the performance of the BPT audio and video quality

alanmaher · « **Reply #1027 on:** 29 Mar 2009, 01:38 pm »

We are looking for a few good folks to participate in our Reference II beta filter program. Please email if you are interested. I have 3 filters available for the program.

Email: alanpmaher@alanmaherdesigns.com

Thank-you for your continued support in our products.

alanmaher · « **Reply #1028 on:** 29 Mar 2009, 06:31 pm »

Beta closed. Thanks for the enormous amount of interest and to all that will be participating in the program. We look forward to your comments and suggestions.

Stay tuned...

alanmaher · « **Reply #1029 on:** 30 Mar 2009, 08:22 am »

BREAKING NEWS:

World Exclusive: Over the last year we have been hard at work developing new concepts in RFI/EMI filtering; our new Active Quantum Technology (AQT) offers a new level of performance at a respectable price. AQT marks a new era in total home noise reduction and component synergy. We developed 2 different circuit designs trickled down from our Quantum A/C and Studio Parallel PLC for both the PE and Reference series. Each design is guaranteed to be the best in its class.

PE Quantum A/C and Wire-In: $160.00
PE Quantum Signature A/C and Wire-In: $360.00
Reference Quantum A/C and Wire-In: $180.00
Reference Quantum Signature A/C and Wire-In: $380.00

AQT products will be available to pre-order during the April 3, 4, and 5 weekend sale.

alanmaher · « **Reply #1030 on:** 30 Mar 2009, 05:57 pm »

Demo Sale:

PE II: $85.00
PE III: $135.00
5 mini PE: $20 each
Reference One: $40

All Sales Final

Email for more info: alanpmaher@alanmaherdesigns.com

alanmaher · « **Reply #1031 on:** 2 Apr 2009, 09:33 am »

NEWS:

PE Quantum

The PE Quantum series takes component/system tuning to a new level. Based off the success and effectiveness of our original PE circuit, we decided to go back to the drawing board, redesign the filter series, and create a series of products that offer the absolute best performance/noise specs current technology has to offer in today’s market.

The original PE circuit was designed in 1998. Over a period of 24 months after we fine tuned the circuit like a musical instrument to be able to reproduce as close to the live event as possible in all environments, professional and consumer with a wide range of equipment. Alternating the strength of the filter circuit allowed us to extend the filter bandwidth and suppression distance up to hundreds of feet from the source. In 2001 the PE was offered to the pro audio industry as a tool to fine tune the electrical environment in the studio. In 2003 we pushed the envelope and introduced the PE II, based on our electrical re-clocking technology; the PE II extended the filtering network bandwidth and increased noise suppression up to 1.5GHz range. In 2005 the original PE circuit was redesigned into the PE V. The PE V took approximately 18 months to develop and fine tune. The development of the PE V took parallel filtering to new level not previously offered in the pro/consumer audio industry. The PE V acted as a power reservoir / surrogate power supply for all component/s installed on the same circuit. To date the PE V is still our most successful design.

In late 2007 / early 2008 we began our most difficult project to date, in the early stages the Quantum project offered little improvement over the PE V series, the term quantum in the high-end audio industry became a buzz word for marketing making part selection difficult. After several months of R&D with disappointing results, we stumbled on 2 products that finally offered the specs we desired and allowed us to install the circuit into multiple systems/components resulting in superior results that we were not able to obtain using any other product we found on the market.

During the same project design period, summer 2008, we designed our new Active Quantum Technology (AQT) based on trickled down technology from the Quantum series. AQT quickly became a superior technology and allowed us to merge several design concepts into one product series.

PE Quantum offers 9 wide band active and resonate filters for superior noise reduction. The PE Quantum can reduce and eliminate harmonic noise riding on the a/c circuit up to 700 feet. Each unit is hand-built, numbered, and signed by Alan Maher. 1 year warranty for parts and labor (normal wear).

Specifications:
Voltage Rating: 100 – 250 VAC, 50/60 Hz (Adapter Required)
Frequency Range: DC - 25GHz
Plug Style: North America (NEMA)
Dimension: 3” x 3” x 4”

Wire-In: 18ga 6N copper/Teflon wire leads
Dimension: 3” x 3” x 4”

Introductory Price: $160.00

Recommended Use:
Audio/Video Parallel and Isolation Filter. Non-Audio/Video Circuit Filtering (Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Dish Washer, Microwave Oven, Etc).

PE Quantum Signature dramatically increases the filtering specs of the PE Quantum. PE Quantum Signature offers 11 wide band active, magnetic, and resonate filters for superior noise reduction. The PE Quantum Signature can reduce and eliminate harmonic noise riding on the a/c circuit up to 1200 feet. Each unit is hand-built, numbered, and signed by Alan Maher. 1 year warranty for parts and labor (normal wear).

Specifications:
Voltage Rating: 100 – 250 VAC, 50/60 Hz (Adapter Required)
Frequency Range: DC - 60GHz
Plug Style: North America (NEMA)
Dimension: 3” x 3” x 4”

Wire-In: 18ga 6N copper/Teflon wire leads
Dimension: 3” x 3” x 4”

Introductory Price: $360.00

Recommended Use:
Audio/Video Circuit Filtering.

http://alanmaherdesigns.com/PEC.aspx

alanmaher · « **Reply #1032 on:** 3 Apr 2009, 10:02 am »

Weekend sale has started. Stop by and check out the new products we have to offer.

http://www.alanmaherdesigns.com

Look forward to talking with everyone. We are now offering a new service, via the magic of Skype, we can now offer real time PE install counselling to help set up all filters and explain harmonic alterations.

Skype: alanpmaher

Office Hours: M-F 6AM to 4PM Eastern Standard Time

cporada · « **Reply #1033 on:** 4 Apr 2009, 10:18 pm »

Where would one use the new Quantum plug-ins? Could they be plugged into the dual-twist DIY power strip (your recipe) powering my system, or are they best elsewhere in the house? I already have the PE V-Pro Custom plugged into the duplex powering the power strip if that changes the answer at all.
Thanks,
Chris

alanmaher · « **Reply #1034 on:** 4 Apr 2009, 11:00 pm »

The Quantum AC would be a superb choice for the power strip. It is also the perfect match for the Pro filter...the two will melt together and create an intoxicating experience.

cporada · « **Reply #1035 on:** 5 Apr 2009, 12:01 am »

Hi Alan
Thanks! Could I just plug the Quantum into the first outlet on the strip, or would I need to use the wire-in Quantum and hard-wire it into the dual-twist cord going to the strip?
Thank you,
Chris

alanmaher · « **Reply #1036 on:** 5 Apr 2009, 07:15 am »

All you need to do is plug the Quantum filter into the first outlet (where the power cord is wired) and forget about it.

alanmaher · « **Reply #1037 on:** 6 Apr 2009, 07:17 am »

One Day Quantum AC/IEC Sale:

Prepare for a startling evolution in filter/cable design and performance.

Quantum provides a wonderfully intoxicating musical experience.

The Quantum IEC/AC offers a 26 stage wide band active and magnetic filter for superior noise reduction. The Quantum IEC can reduce and eliminate harmonic noise riding on the a/c circuit up to 1450 feet. Each unit is hand-built and signed by Alan Maher. 1 year warranty for parts and labor (normal wear).

The Quantum IEC/AC filter design is considered by many as the best bang for the buck under $10,000.00 USD.

Alan Maher designs and Bybee Technologies inside.

Specifications:
Voltage Rating: 100 – 250 VAC, 50/60 Hz (Adapter Required)
Frequency Range: DC - 70GHz
Plug Style: North America (NEMA)
Dimension: 7.6" x 4.6" x 2.25"

One Day Sale Price: $275.00

Recommended Use:
High-End Audio/Video Parallel and Isolation Filter.

Check out the latest review: http://alanmaherdesigns.com/Reviews.aspx

denjo · « **Reply #1038 on:** 6 Apr 2009, 07:39 am »

Hi Alan

What happened to your series of power cords? I don't seem to see them offered on your website anymore!

Best Regards
Dennis

alanmaher · « **Reply #1039 on:** 6 Apr 2009, 08:49 am »

The Studio Reference series was in production for a little over 10 years before I pulled the plug. The Reference Power Cable (Reference Collection) is still available and will be for the next several years as our mid level cable. The PE series Enhancer (PE Collection) will be available the middle of this month (best cable under $100). The upcoming Quantum cables (Quantum) will be available in July.