Quantum Reference Power Center
What it is:
The Quantum Reference Power Center incorporates our exclusive Quantum v2 circuitry, Infinity piezoelectric filter, and Quantum Reference Power Cable geometry. Bybee Technologies inside.
What it does for your system:
The Quantum Reference Power Center takes a no-holds-bar approach to AC filtering. The idea behind the Quantum Reference Power Center is to allow the user a zero loss/non-restricted AC tool to effectively filter/provide pristine lab grade AC to the audio/video circuit without series component/filters installed to restrict dynamics.
The Quantum v2 circuitry combats stray inductance, RFI/EMI noise, and eliminates crosstalk distortion. The Infinity piezoelectric filter has the ability to harmonize and re-tune the electromagnetic frequencies, converting the electric field into mechanical energy. The Quantum Reference Power Cable’s spiraled twin coil design effectively reduces RFI and EMI frequencies and provides the component with lab grade quality AC.
The Quantum Reference Power Center increases bass definition, midrange warmth, 3-D soundstage, top/bottom detail, and extension. Video benefits include increased black level and contrast, color saturation, hue, detail/resolution, and sharpness.
Why it works – the science:
Linear loads are voltage fluctuations and harmonic noise that occur when any large appliance (i.e. amplifier, refrigerator, the factory down the street, etc.) are switched on or off. In a worst case scenario, reactive elements (inductance, capacitance, resistance) can interact with the system (any power supply plugged into the wall) and with each other (via the in-wall electrical wiring) to create resonant conditions (or odd harmonics) above 50/60 Hz, resulting in electrical instability and severe over-voltage/under-voltage fluctuations.
A non-linear load on a power system is typically a rectifier (such as used in a power supply), or some kind of arc discharge device (fluorescent lamp, washing machine, furnace, etc.). Because current in these appliances is interrupted by a switching action, the current contains frequency components (noise) that are multiples of the 50/60 Hz frequency. Non-linear loads change the shape of the current waveform from a sine wave to some other form. Non-linear loads create harmonic currents in addition to the original (fundamental frequency) AC current.
Typical linear components such as capacitors and inductors cannot cancel these harmonic currents, so other methods such as filters or active power factor correction are required to smooth out their current demand over each cycle of alternating current and so reduce the generated harmonic currents.
Shot noise occurs in certain devices (e.g., vacuum tubes) due to random fluctuations in current and its spectrum is white in character. For many solid-state circuit elements, the noise floor is dominated by frequency dependent noise, often referred to as 1/f noise. Its spectral density increases as the inverse of frequency, just like pink noise; but unlike pink noise which is broadband, 1/f noise is typically confined to fewer than 2 kHz. The key point is that 1/f noise behaves like the musical spectrum. Its envelope mimics that of the musical signal. Recent research indicates that perceptually such noise blends in very well with the music. Once buried within the music, it is reasonable to speculate that 1/f noise defuses image outlines and adulterates harmonic textures. By using Bybee Quantum Purifiers, the basic premise is that 1/f noise detracts from the listening experience: reduce 1/f noise and you improve the sound.
The Quantum Reference Power Center’s filter bank addresses problems in both linear and non-linear load applications, as well as RFI/EMI and shot noise within the professional and consumer environment.
Specifications:
Filter Bandwidth: dc-50 GHz
Cable Length: 5'
8 Hospital Grade 15 Amp Outlets
Extruded Aluminum and Power Steel Case
Wall Mountable
Voltage Rating: 100 – 250 VAC, 50/60 Hz (Adapter Required)
Reference Power Cable Max Amps: 20 Amps (120v) - 40 Amps (220 - 240v)
Plug Style: North America (NEMA)
Dimension: 18” x 2.25” x 2.25”
Each Quantum Reference Power Center is meticulously hand-built and signed by Alan Maher. The average wait time is three weeks.
Average break-in time is about 4-5 weeks.
Price: $850.00 (Out of Stock)
1 year warranty for parts and labor (normal wear). Returns are subject to a 15% restocking fee.