Power
Mains cables, blocks, conditioners, DC supplies, connectors and fuses. The part of a system most people ignore, and often the one holding it back.
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Why mains matters in a hi-fi system
Every component in your system runs on the mains supply, and whatever noise arrives at the wall arrives at your equipment. Switch mode supplies, LED lighting, chargers and neighbouring properties all put high frequency noise onto the ring main, and audio equipment varies widely in how well it rejects it.
There is a sensible order to work through. A decent mains cable to the source and the amplifier is the usual starting point. A power block gives every component a common earth reference and removes the daisy chained extension leads most systems end up with. Conditioners go further by filtering, though heavy filtering placed in series with a power amplifier can restrict current, so the choice depends on what is plugged in.
This is an area where claims outrun evidence more often than anywhere else in hi-fi, and we will tell you when we think something will not do much in your system. Mains cables can usually be made to the length you need with optional free burn-in, like the rest of the cable range.
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★ AwardFrom£62.49Ex. VATThe current Tarantula MK6 uses the latest construction introduced in 2023, replacing the earlier grey MK6.2 version.
The Merlin Tarantula MK6 is a UK-designed power cable that delivers enhanced audio fidelity. It features high-purity copper conductors for superior current flow, ECG technology to reduce electrostatic interference, and natural cotton with Ali/Mylar shielding to block noise. With advanced XLPE insulation, it offers a purer soundstage, maximising your hi-fi system’s performance in a noisy environment.
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★ Award£35.79Ex. VATThe CS947 is Tacima's award-winning mains conditioner which smooths the mains supply and mitigates RFI from other household electronics, improving the clarity and detail in your prized setup. As well as a 3-channel surge protection to absorb mains surges/spikes, this product comes with a test button for its Mains Conditioner filter for added peace of mind.
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QSA
Quantum Science Audio (QSA) Yellow Entry Level UK Mains Fuse - 3A, 5A & 13 AmpSKU: QSA Yellow UK
(45 reviews)From£166.67Ex. VATFuture Shop proudly presents Quantum Science Audio (QSA), pioneers in the audiophile fuse industry with over 22 years of expertise in combating 'Bottle Neck Distortion'. QSA's fuses, once overlooked, now play a crucial role in enhancing audio system performance. They effectively tackle 'bottlenecking' issues, significantly improving system output. Our evaluations, supported by external feedback, affirm that QSA fuses remarkably upgrade audio systems across their range. The YELLOW fuse, with advanced material treatments, offers refined audio performance, delivering clearer, detailed sound for systems balancing quality and value. -
From£99.17Ex. VATiFi's new ultra-low noise AC/DC power supply has been optimised to take advantage of new knowledge, components and tech in the world of super high-frequency power supply design. -
£118.29Ex. VATThe Matrix v2 is a multi-way power distribution block which is particularly useful for home theatre installations where there are never enough power outputs. -
From£216.62Ex. VATFollowing on from the success of the Storm Series NRG power cables (Thunder, Tornado, Hurricane & Dragon), AudioQuest have utilised trickle down techniques to create a new series of affordable, entry level NRG power cables. Featuring the excellent Noise-Dissipation technology employed in the Storm Series, this new range of NRG-Y and NRG-Z cables outperform their old NRG-X and NRG-1/1.5/2 counterparts by a landslide. The NRG-Z3 replaces the NRG-2 however it outperforms previous higher models.
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QSA
Quantum Science Audio (QSA) Light-Blue Entry Level UK Mains Fuse - 3A, 5A & 13 AmpSKU: QSA Light Blue UK
(31 reviews)From£71.67Ex. VATFuture Shop introduces Quantum Science Audio (QSA), a leader in audiophile fuses with over two decades of research in 'Bottle Neck Distortion'. QSA's innovative fuses, previously overlooked in the industry, can significantly enhance audio systems. They focus on reducing 'bottlenecking' effects, thus maximising system performance. Our listening tests and feedback confirm that QSA fuses, across the range, notably improve systems, comparable to higher-priced components. The LIGHT BLUE Entry Level fuse, with added graphene elements, offers enhanced performance and sound dynamics, making it ideal for those advancing in high-fidelity audio. -
£131.67Ex. VATα (Alpha) PC-Triple C is flexible, strong and can be drawn into a very fine wire. This new conductor, while not single-crystal like PCOCC, features crystal grain boundaries that are almost totally free of impurities which allows even the smallest of signals to be transmitted.
At FutureShop we can custom make this cable for you. All you need to do is select the plug that you want from the source and receiver end from the drop down menus
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£290.83Ex. VATThe Best of Two Worlds Power & Precision ECO MKII linear audio upgrade power supply (BOTW P&P ECO) is the successor of Sbooster's BOTW P&P ECO, which was introduced in the summer of 2015. The BOTW P&P ECO upgrade power supply combines power, precision and efficiency in a unique innovative manner and is the best choice for every audiophile.
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SALEFrom£53.33 £54.12Ex. VAT ✓ Save £0.79As with the previous versions of NRG-X cables, new NRG-X cables use Direction-Controlled Long-Grain Copper (LGC) in superbly simplified Semi-Solid Concentric Conductors — packing the same 12 amp rating (X3,120V) into 7 strands instead of the previous 37 strands. That’s an incredibly tiny percentage of the previous strand interaction. Sounds so simple, but the resulting improvement is so delightfully clear.
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From£108.29Ex. VATFollowing on from the success of the Storm Series NRG power cables (Thunder, Tornado, Hurricane & Dragon), AudioQuest have utilised trickle down techniques to create a new series of affordable, entry level NRG power cables. Featuring the excellent Noise-Dissipation technology employed in the Storm Series, this new range of NRG-Y and NRG-Z cables outperform their old NRG-X and NRG-1/1.5/2 counterparts by a landslide. The NRG-Y2 replaces the NRG-X2 & NRG-1 however it outperforms even the NRG-1.5.
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From£129.12Ex. VATThe NRG-Y3 is AudioQuest's new generation entry-level mains power cable, replacing the old NRG-X3. Borrowing some manufacturing techniques from the industry-leading Storm Series, the NRG-Y3 delivers no Characteristic Impedance for uncompressed current transfer on Long-Grain Copper conductors, with silver-plated shield drains mitigating RF noise.
