Han, I also prefer to use the power conditioning which the engineers who designed my electronic components built into their power supply sections. I've never considered it to be worthwhile to spend money on an extra "power conditioner" when that money can be better spent where it's actually needed.
Excellent post.
John
Yeah, the whole "power conditioner" topic reminds me of why I didnt buy Monster A/V or audio cables.
I just use some kind of Belkin pure a/v glorified HT power bar, with a bunch of capacitors in it. The capacitors should basically even out any fluctuations in draw from the same circuit. I notice when I power up my amp and TV, the lights in the living room flicker.....maybe I should put a line conditioner on those to protect them from my HT gear..
