Stupid review of the week award. - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: ivan747
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 21, 2011, 11:03:22 pm
content: Product description:Wattgate 381 Audio Grade Duplex SocketOverviewWhy build a performance power cable only to plug it into the same receptacle that's been in use for almost 100 years? WattGate's 381 is a no compromise solution for the demanding AV enthusiast.HighlightsCryogenic heat treat hardened contactsSolid brass contact constructionThree step 24k gold plating processTriple wiper design increases contact areaSuperior performance over standard receptacles---------The reviewWell, I have certainly enjoyed the way the creamy smooth 60hz mains supply improves the capability of the switching power supplies in my home theater equipment to provide the cleanest DC voltage available.However, I can't but help wonder how much happier I would have been if I had been able to purchase the 381 IG (with its isolated ground minimizing interference) or maybe I would have been happier with the 381 AG, with its pure silver coating clearly synergizing with my all silver signal path.---------How in the world is possible to improve the capability of switchmode power supplies with smooth AC? Isn't he aware that wave travels miles and miles from a red, rusty generator that is 60 years old?If he wants the cleanes signal he should shut up and get a linear power supply or even better: paying $12,000 for 12 "audio-grade" lead-acid batteries along with their corresponding 20 farad ultra-capacitors.That made my day.

author: david77
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: June 21, 2011, 11:24:48 pm
content: Audiophools are not aware of ANY technical detail. They will swallow whatever rubbish the manufacturers feed them.The only good thing I can say about "High-End plugs & sockets" is that they are usually really well made, from a mechanical point of view.

author: ivan747
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 22, 2011, 12:10:18 am
content: I would actually use them in somewhere like Starbucks where plugs are plugged and unplugged every 15 minutes.

author: Vertigo
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: June 22, 2011, 12:19:44 am
content: u ever noticed how these guys always turn out to be using their expensive hardware to listen to the most horriblemusic?

author: Hypernova
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: June 22, 2011, 12:34:40 am
content: Now, now, surly we can laugh at more worthy targets, mocking retards for their stupidity is not very sporting.

author: Semantics
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: June 22, 2011, 12:55:05 pm
content: Amazon has a few reviews which brought a smile to my face.Wattgate Audio Grade Duplex Socket

author: tekfan
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: June 22, 2011, 06:17:45 pm
content: Good thing the audiophool didn't see the old crusty mains wires in the wall when the electrician was installing the ultra socket thing.

author: ivan747
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 23, 2011, 01:33:37 pm
content: Quote from: tekfan on June 22, 2011, 06:17:45 pmThere's no way an auidiophile can buy this socked without first rewiring the entire building with gold coated silver wire in a twisted pair with grounding posts every 3 meters around the perimeter of the building.

author: Sionyn
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: June 23, 2011, 01:48:12 pm
content: fools

author: Simon
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: June 23, 2011, 09:10:31 pm
content: Quote from: Hypernova on June 22, 2011, 12:34:40 amWell for retards they certainly have plenty of people sussed

author: Unknown
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: June 26, 2011, 12:24:53 am
content: I quote this from one of the comments on amazon:"The socket also clearly has some advanced AI built into it, because if try to play bad music--music that no amount of cryogenic gold plating can help, like Britney Spears or John Mayer--it'll immediately trip the circuit breaker and prevent you from being subjected to it."And a little reminder, or should I say disclaimer, audiophools are not audiophiles. Ok?! Ok.