IsoTek EVO3 Syncro Uni DC Blocker
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A quantity of 2 means you will receive a pair of speaker cables e.g. for your front left and front right speakers. By entering a quantity of 1, you will get a cable for a single speaker e.g. centre speaker and this option also enables you to vary the length (and termination) of your cable for each speaker.
OTHER CABLES:
A quantity of 1 means you will receive a single cable in the case of aerial, satellite, subwoofer, digital coaxial & optical cables and a pair of cables in the case of 2 rca to 2 rca analogue audio cables.
NON-CABLE PRODUCTS:
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IsoTek EVO3 Syncro Uni DC Blocker
Syncro Uni incorporates unique DC-cancelling electronics that rebalance the mains sine wave to dramatically reduce/silence transformer hum. This sophisticated product can be used independently for a single component, or in combination with another IsoTek power cleaner as an upgrade and to deliver a fully rebalanced sine wave across all output sockets.
Features
- Reduces/eliminates transformer hum by replacing the mains sine wave on the zero volts line
- Uniquely removes harmful DC by rebalancing the mains sine wave
- Silver plated OCC (Ohno Continuous Cast) copper solid core internal wiring cable.
- Virtual Air Dielectric using a Teflon FEP bridge, this offers chemically inert and very low dielectric constant over a wide frequency range
- Can be used with all ranges of power cables
- 1 x single UK 3 Pin socket output
- Can be used for single Hi-Fi component or before a the IsoTek EVO3 Polaris/Sirius power blocks to provide benefits to all Hi-Fi components plugged into the blocks
The Syncro Uni is designed as a ‘pre-filter’ device and can be used with any power cable and power conditioner. The unit takes the mains electricity supply and realigns its waveform prior to filtration of the contaminants, for example RFI (Radio Frequency Interference) and EMI (Electromagnetic Interference).
Housed in a steel and aluminum chassis Syncro Uni incorporates unique DC-cancelling electronics that rebalance the mains sine wave on the zero volts line, to dramatically reduce/silence transformer hum; the circuit synchronises the mains supply to provide a perfectly symmetrical sine wave, which also delivers significant sonic improvement when used with any hi-fi separates. Furthermore, the Syncro Uni uses a solid silver-plated OCC (Ohno Continuous Cast) Copper internal wiring cable and includes IsoTek’s VAD (Virtual Air Dielectric) technology.
Specification:
- Conductors: Silver plated OCC Copper
- 1 x single UK 3 Pin socket output
- Dielectric: Virtual Air Dielectric (VAD)
- Mains Inlet: 10A IEC C13 or 16A IEC C20
- Mains Voltage: 100 - 240 VAC
- Mains Frequency: 50 - 60 Hz
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 75mm x 70mm x 215mm
- Weight: 1.1kg
- Warranty: 24 Months, or 36 Months if registered with IsoTek
About IsoTek
IsoTek is a UK-based company that specialises in power management systems for hi-fi and home cinema applications. Formed in 2001, the company has rapidly become a world leader in mains conditioning and filtration, developing a wide range of innovative, award-winning products that form complete solutions to suit every pocket. Thanks to IsoTek’s painstaking attention to detail, its products significantly improve sound and picture quality, while offering protection from spikes and surges. IsoTeks reputation for creating truly exceptional products is well known in field of mains power distribution. All products are professionally designed, manufactured and carefully hand-built in the UK with every component extensively tested for quality, reliability and purpose. As a result IsoTek creates innovative, leading edge products that have won a plethora of prestigious awards from many leading industry magazines.
About IsoTek
UK power specialist making mains conditioners, power bars and power cables to keep noise off the mains supply.
IsoTek is a UK company that specialises in mains power for audio and home cinema systems. Its range includes mains conditioners, power bars, sine wave generators and power cables. Noise filtration is the common thread, and the catalogue is tiered so you can start with an entry-level Discovery product and move up.
Read more about IsoTek Show less
Two kinds of mains noise, filtered separately
IsoTek treats mains noise as two problems. Differential mode filtering deals with noise between the live and neutral conductors, while common mode filtering removes RFI carried on the supply as a whole. Products with several outlets give each outlet its own filter, and the Syncro technology cancels DC on the mains.
Protection and layout as well as filtering
Filtering is paired with protection and circuit layout. Surge protection uses VDRs, and the products use a starred earth design, in which each outlet has its own path back to a single earth point. The Titan products use a Direct Coupled circuit, and the Genesis series generates a clean sine wave.
A ladder that starts at Discovery
Discovery is the entry level. The EVO3 range has four levels, Initium, Premier, Sequel and Optimum, and the Ultimate series is a further line, with V5 and One Series variants. Titan, Aquarius, Nova and Sirius are among the model names, so you can build up your power setup step by step.
Why we stock IsoTek
Electrical noise in the average home has got worse every year we have been trading. More switching supplies, more devices on the ring main, more wifi. IsoTek is where we send you when the system is good but the noise floor is holding it back. Cleaning up what goes in is a different job from what a cable can do.
Specification:
- Conductors: Silver plated OCC Copper
- Dielectric: Virtual Air Dielectric (VAD)
- Mains Inlet: 10A IEC C13 or 16A IEC C20
- Mains Voltage: 100 - 240 VAC
- Mains Frequency: 50 - 60 Hz
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 75mm x 70mm x 215mm
- Weight: 1.1kg
- Warranty: 24 Months, or 36 Months if registered with IsoTek
We use Royal Mail 1st Class services for our Standard Delivery.
Orders received before 4.30 pm Monday to Friday are usually dispatched the same day by FIRST CLASS post (unless premium postal or timed courier services are selected), subject to stock availability. This does not apply to custom-length cables and speaker cables as these require a longer timescale to terminate. This also excludes all cables selected for the burn-in service. Please note, we do not process orders on national holidays in the UK. Over 98% of our orders are delivered the next working day including Saturdays.
Standard delivery is usually within 2 working days, although 98% of all orders are delivered the next working day including Saturdays. In extreme cases, such as delivery to the Highlands and Islands, this may take 3 days.
All items are fully insured and come with an invoice from Future Shop. We use the Royal Mail for delivery of small packages and DPD Local or DHL for items that weigh over 2KG. Items over 2KG are fully insured and will usually be delivered within 48 hours of placing your order subject to stock availability. For international orders, we use FedEx or DHL services where customers have selected this option.
Please note, special orders for non-standard cable lengths may be subject to longer deliver time-scales. This may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer.
We offer 'Free delivery on orders over £99' subject to the following terms & conditions:
- Applies only to orders with £99 or more of items (including VAT at the UK rate), at Future Shop
- Free Delivery on orders over £99 utilises Royal Mail First Class postal service for items weighing under 2KG. For items weighing over 2KG, we use DPD or DHL next working day services which deliver from 9.00am to 6pm within mainland UK (excludes Royal Mail Special Delivery Services and timed next day delivery services by DPD or DHL).
- Applies only to deliveries to addresses within mainland UK and Northern Ireland addresses. Applies only to orders that are to be delivered to a single Mainland UK delivery address.
- You will not be eligible for free delivery on your order if any items are cancelled or returned for a refund, bringing the total order amount below £99. Where items are returned, the refund due will be the cost of the item less any postage costs.
- We reserve the right to change or discontinue 'Free delivery on orders over £99 promotion at any time.
- FREE DELIVERY FOR ORDERS OVER £99 OFFER DOES NOT APPLY TO TRADE CUSTOMERS.
UK Postal & Delivery Charges - FIRST CLASS
Free UK delivery on all orders over £99*
| Weight | Price (FIRST CLASS UK POSTAGE) |
| 0g - 1000g | £3.95 |
| 1000g - 1400g | £4.95 |
| 1400g - 1800g | £5.95 |
| 1800g - 2000g | £6.95 |
| 2000g - 3000g | £8.95 |
* Free Delivery on orders over £99 utilises Royal Mail First Class postal service for items weighing under 2KG. For items weighing over 2KG, we use DPD or DHL next working day services which deliver from 9.00am to 6pm within mainland UK.
Free Delivery for orders over £99 excludes Royal Mail Special Delivery Services and timed next day delivery services by DPD or DHL.
Special Delivery UK - Guaranteed Next Working Day
We have 99.9% of the UK covered With Royal Mail Next Day Special Delivery. We guarantee delivery to most UK addresses by 1pm the next working day. This includes Northern Ireland, Jersey and Guernsey. Some places take longer to deliver to but we still guarantee delivery within three working days by 5.30 PM.
Please note, Royal Mail Special Delivery for next working day may not be possible where non-standard cable lengths are ordered. If this is the case, the item will be shipped via The Royal Mail Special Delivery service as soon as the cable is custom made.
For orders weighing over 2KG, we reserve the right to ship items using Next Day Pre-Noon Courier Services where Royal Mail Special Delivery option has been selected.
Channel Islands & Northern Ireland
We accept orders from all Channel Islands including Alderney, Jersey, Guernsey and Sark. Unless you select a premium service, Items weighing under 2KG are delivered using our standard UK delivery option above. For items weighing over 2KG, a surcharge may be applied for all deliveries to the Channel Islands as well as Northern Ireland.
European Countries
Deliveries to EU member states are not subject to 20% VAT after December 31st 2020 and therefore the 20% VAT on items is automatically deducted when you log-in, register or proceed to place an order.
The customer will be liable for the VAT at the local VAT rate, duty on the import and the brokerage service fee if applicable. This may need to be paid in advance to your local Customs & Excise office or the delivery company before your order can be delivered.
We offer the following shipping services:
- Royal Mail First Class International Airmail Services - Items are usually delivered within 3 to 5 working days
- Royal Mail Standard International Mail Services - Items are usually delivered within 7-10 working days
- DHL Express International - Items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours. DHL orders must be received by 3:30pm for next day service to most destinations in Europe
- Federal Express International Priority - Items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours. FedEx orders must be received by 3.00pm for next day service to most destinations in Europe
- Federal Express International Economy - Item are usually delivered within 48 to 72 hours
We reserve the right to change your shipping method without notification if you select a method that we cannot use for your shipment (for instance, we cannot ship via postal services for items over 2 Kg to International destinations). If we need to change your shipping method, we will choose the least expensive shipping method for your order.
Worldwide - Excluding UK & Europe
Deliveries outside of the UK are not subject to 20% VAT and so the 20% tax on items is automatically deducted when you log-in, register or proceed to place an order.
If applicable, the customer will be liable for the taxes at the local tax rate, duty on the import and the brokerage service fee. This may need to be paid in advance to your local Customs & Excise office or the delivery company before your order can be delivered.
We offer the following shipping services:
- Royal Mail First Class International Airmail Services - Items are usually delivered within 7 to 10 working days
- Royal Mail Standard International Mail Services - Items are usually delivered within 15 working days
- DHL Express International - Items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours. DHL orders must be received by 3:30pm for next day service to most destinations in Europe
- Federal Express International Priority - Items are usually delivered within 48 hours. FedEx orders must be received by 3.00pm in order to ship items the same day, subject to stock availability
- Where the actual weight of the package significantly exceeds the shipping cost charged on orders, we may write to you for an additional shipping charge. For larger orders, items may be shipped in multiple packets at our discretion
We reserve the right to change your shipping method without notification if you select a method that we cannot use for your shipment (for instance, we cannot ship via postal services for items over 2 Kg to International destinations). If we need to change your shipping method, we will choose the least expensive shipping method for your order.
Frequently Asked Questions
IsoTek EVO3 Syncro Uni DC Blocker
Syncro Uni incorporates unique DC-cancelling electronics that rebalance the mains sine wave to dramatically reduce/silence transformer hum. This sophisticated product can be used independently for a single component, or in combination with another IsoTek power cleaner as an upgrade and to deliver a fully rebalanced sine wave across all output sockets.
Features
- Reduces/eliminates transformer hum by replacing the mains sine wave on the zero volts line
- Uniquely removes harmful DC by rebalancing the mains sine wave
- Silver plated OCC (Ohno Continuous Cast) copper solid core internal wiring cable.
- Virtual Air Dielectric using a Teflon FEP bridge, this offers chemically inert and very low dielectric constant over a wide frequency range
- Can be used with all ranges of power cables
- 1 x single UK 3 Pin socket output
- Can be used for single Hi-Fi component or before a the IsoTek EVO3 Polaris/Sirius power blocks to provide benefits to all Hi-Fi components plugged into the blocks
The Syncro Uni is designed as a ‘pre-filter’ device and can be used with any power cable and power conditioner. The unit takes the mains electricity supply and realigns its waveform prior to filtration of the contaminants, for example RFI (Radio Frequency Interference) and EMI (Electromagnetic Interference).
Housed in a steel and aluminum chassis Syncro Uni incorporates unique DC-cancelling electronics that rebalance the mains sine wave on the zero volts line, to dramatically reduce/silence transformer hum; the circuit synchronises the mains supply to provide a perfectly symmetrical sine wave, which also delivers significant sonic improvement when used with any hi-fi separates. Furthermore, the Syncro Uni uses a solid silver-plated OCC (Ohno Continuous Cast) Copper internal wiring cable and includes IsoTek’s VAD (Virtual Air Dielectric) technology.
Specification:
- Conductors: Silver plated OCC Copper
- 1 x single UK 3 Pin socket output
- Dielectric: Virtual Air Dielectric (VAD)
- Mains Inlet: 10A IEC C13 or 16A IEC C20
- Mains Voltage: 100 - 240 VAC
- Mains Frequency: 50 - 60 Hz
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 75mm x 70mm x 215mm
- Weight: 1.1kg
- Warranty: 24 Months, or 36 Months if registered with IsoTek
About IsoTek
IsoTek is a UK-based company that specialises in power management systems for hi-fi and home cinema applications. Formed in 2001, the company has rapidly become a world leader in mains conditioning and filtration, developing a wide range of innovative, award-winning products that form complete solutions to suit every pocket. Thanks to IsoTek’s painstaking attention to detail, its products significantly improve sound and picture quality, while offering protection from spikes and surges. IsoTeks reputation for creating truly exceptional products is well known in field of mains power distribution. All products are professionally designed, manufactured and carefully hand-built in the UK with every component extensively tested for quality, reliability and purpose. As a result IsoTek creates innovative, leading edge products that have won a plethora of prestigious awards from many leading industry magazines.
About IsoTek
UK power specialist making mains conditioners, power bars and power cables to keep noise off the mains supply.
IsoTek is a UK company that specialises in mains power for audio and home cinema systems. Its range includes mains conditioners, power bars, sine wave generators and power cables. Noise filtration is the common thread, and the catalogue is tiered so you can start with an entry-level Discovery product and move up.
Read more about IsoTek Show less
Two kinds of mains noise, filtered separately
IsoTek treats mains noise as two problems. Differential mode filtering deals with noise between the live and neutral conductors, while common mode filtering removes RFI carried on the supply as a whole. Products with several outlets give each outlet its own filter, and the Syncro technology cancels DC on the mains.
Protection and layout as well as filtering
Filtering is paired with protection and circuit layout. Surge protection uses VDRs, and the products use a starred earth design, in which each outlet has its own path back to a single earth point. The Titan products use a Direct Coupled circuit, and the Genesis series generates a clean sine wave.
A ladder that starts at Discovery
Discovery is the entry level. The EVO3 range has four levels, Initium, Premier, Sequel and Optimum, and the Ultimate series is a further line, with V5 and One Series variants. Titan, Aquarius, Nova and Sirius are among the model names, so you can build up your power setup step by step.
Why we stock IsoTek
Electrical noise in the average home has got worse every year we have been trading. More switching supplies, more devices on the ring main, more wifi. IsoTek is where we send you when the system is good but the noise floor is holding it back. Cleaning up what goes in is a different job from what a cable can do.
Specification:
- Conductors: Silver plated OCC Copper
- Dielectric: Virtual Air Dielectric (VAD)
- Mains Inlet: 10A IEC C13 or 16A IEC C20
- Mains Voltage: 100 - 240 VAC
- Mains Frequency: 50 - 60 Hz
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 75mm x 70mm x 215mm
- Weight: 1.1kg
- Warranty: 24 Months, or 36 Months if registered with IsoTek
We use Royal Mail 1st Class services for our Standard Delivery.
Orders received before 4.30 pm Monday to Friday are usually dispatched the same day by FIRST CLASS post (unless premium postal or timed courier services are selected), subject to stock availability. This does not apply to custom-length cables and speaker cables as these require a longer timescale to terminate. This also excludes all cables selected for the burn-in service. Please note, we do not process orders on national holidays in the UK. Over 98% of our orders are delivered the next working day including Saturdays.
Standard delivery is usually within 2 working days, although 98% of all orders are delivered the next working day including Saturdays. In extreme cases, such as delivery to the Highlands and Islands, this may take 3 days.
All items are fully insured and come with an invoice from Future Shop. We use the Royal Mail for delivery of small packages and DPD Local or DHL for items that weigh over 2KG. Items over 2KG are fully insured and will usually be delivered within 48 hours of placing your order subject to stock availability. For international orders, we use FedEx or DHL services where customers have selected this option.
Please note, special orders for non-standard cable lengths may be subject to longer deliver time-scales. This may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer.
We offer 'Free delivery on orders over £99' subject to the following terms & conditions:
- Applies only to orders with £99 or more of items (including VAT at the UK rate), at Future Shop
- Free Delivery on orders over £99 utilises Royal Mail First Class postal service for items weighing under 2KG. For items weighing over 2KG, we use DPD or DHL next working day services which deliver from 9.00am to 6pm within mainland UK (excludes Royal Mail Special Delivery Services and timed next day delivery services by DPD or DHL).
- Applies only to deliveries to addresses within mainland UK and Northern Ireland addresses. Applies only to orders that are to be delivered to a single Mainland UK delivery address.
- You will not be eligible for free delivery on your order if any items are cancelled or returned for a refund, bringing the total order amount below £99. Where items are returned, the refund due will be the cost of the item less any postage costs.
- We reserve the right to change or discontinue 'Free delivery on orders over £99 promotion at any time.
- FREE DELIVERY FOR ORDERS OVER £99 OFFER DOES NOT APPLY TO TRADE CUSTOMERS.
UK Postal & Delivery Charges - FIRST CLASS
Free UK delivery on all orders over £99*
| Weight | Price (FIRST CLASS UK POSTAGE) |
| 0g - 1000g | £3.95 |
| 1000g - 1400g | £4.95 |
| 1400g - 1800g | £5.95 |
| 1800g - 2000g | £6.95 |
| 2000g - 3000g | £8.95 |
* Free Delivery on orders over £99 utilises Royal Mail First Class postal service for items weighing under 2KG. For items weighing over 2KG, we use DPD or DHL next working day services which deliver from 9.00am to 6pm within mainland UK.
Free Delivery for orders over £99 excludes Royal Mail Special Delivery Services and timed next day delivery services by DPD or DHL.
Special Delivery UK - Guaranteed Next Working Day
We have 99.9% of the UK covered With Royal Mail Next Day Special Delivery. We guarantee delivery to most UK addresses by 1pm the next working day. This includes Northern Ireland, Jersey and Guernsey. Some places take longer to deliver to but we still guarantee delivery within three working days by 5.30 PM.
Please note, Royal Mail Special Delivery for next working day may not be possible where non-standard cable lengths are ordered. If this is the case, the item will be shipped via The Royal Mail Special Delivery service as soon as the cable is custom made.
For orders weighing over 2KG, we reserve the right to ship items using Next Day Pre-Noon Courier Services where Royal Mail Special Delivery option has been selected.
Channel Islands & Northern Ireland
We accept orders from all Channel Islands including Alderney, Jersey, Guernsey and Sark. Unless you select a premium service, Items weighing under 2KG are delivered using our standard UK delivery option above. For items weighing over 2KG, a surcharge may be applied for all deliveries to the Channel Islands as well as Northern Ireland.
European Countries
Deliveries to EU member states are not subject to 20% VAT after December 31st 2020 and therefore the 20% VAT on items is automatically deducted when you log-in, register or proceed to place an order.
The customer will be liable for the VAT at the local VAT rate, duty on the import and the brokerage service fee if applicable. This may need to be paid in advance to your local Customs & Excise office or the delivery company before your order can be delivered.
We offer the following shipping services:
- Royal Mail First Class International Airmail Services - Items are usually delivered within 3 to 5 working days
- Royal Mail Standard International Mail Services - Items are usually delivered within 7-10 working days
- DHL Express International - Items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours. DHL orders must be received by 3:30pm for next day service to most destinations in Europe
- Federal Express International Priority - Items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours. FedEx orders must be received by 3.00pm for next day service to most destinations in Europe
- Federal Express International Economy - Item are usually delivered within 48 to 72 hours
We reserve the right to change your shipping method without notification if you select a method that we cannot use for your shipment (for instance, we cannot ship via postal services for items over 2 Kg to International destinations). If we need to change your shipping method, we will choose the least expensive shipping method for your order.
Worldwide - Excluding UK & Europe
Deliveries outside of the UK are not subject to 20% VAT and so the 20% tax on items is automatically deducted when you log-in, register or proceed to place an order.
If applicable, the customer will be liable for the taxes at the local tax rate, duty on the import and the brokerage service fee. This may need to be paid in advance to your local Customs & Excise office or the delivery company before your order can be delivered.
We offer the following shipping services:
- Royal Mail First Class International Airmail Services - Items are usually delivered within 7 to 10 working days
- Royal Mail Standard International Mail Services - Items are usually delivered within 15 working days
- DHL Express International - Items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours. DHL orders must be received by 3:30pm for next day service to most destinations in Europe
- Federal Express International Priority - Items are usually delivered within 48 hours. FedEx orders must be received by 3.00pm in order to ship items the same day, subject to stock availability
- Where the actual weight of the package significantly exceeds the shipping cost charged on orders, we may write to you for an additional shipping charge. For larger orders, items may be shipped in multiple packets at our discretion
We reserve the right to change your shipping method without notification if you select a method that we cannot use for your shipment (for instance, we cannot ship via postal services for items over 2 Kg to International destinations). If we need to change your shipping method, we will choose the least expensive shipping method for your order.
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It was not a cheap purchase, but Syncro has sorted my issues.
The acoustic in which the recording was made was more discernible thus making a much more musical ‘whole’ to recordings. The unit was connected to an existing mains conditioner which itself had cleaned up the sound but this is a step further down that route and to my mind is well worth having.
The unit is pretty compact and can be placed out of sight if need be. A worthwhile addition.
Both of them together has left me with a very low level buzz that I can live with, with no detrimental effect on the sound and what I think is a positive effect. So, although turning out to be expensive, I feel it was worth it. You need to experiment within your system so sale and return is a must. I also have to thank Futureshop for their advice and superb service with very quick delivery, they were brilliant. The configuration that worked for me was: Mains wall socket-Isotek EVO3 UNI-Isotek Sigmas-MCRU DC Blocker-PowerAmp. The Isotek unit is very user friendly as it has an integral 3pin UK socket to plug into. It is also beautifully built.
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