Nordost QBASE MkII Power Conditioner

Nordost QBASE MkII

NOTE: This product has a typical lead time of 2-4 weeks.

QRT – AUDIO ENHANCERS

QRT products are designed to improve the performance of your system. Each product has its own unique objective, whether that be alleviating the impact of poor quality AC or DC power, providing proper grounding, optimising data transfer for audio applications, or synchronising electromechanical resonances. Regardless of their function, Nordost QRT products make an immediate and distinct impact on audio systems.

The effects are cumulative and best heard when QRT products are used as a system. When arranged correctly, the effects include a lower noise floor, increased image depth with tighter focus, wider soundstage, as well as improved overtones, pacing, dynamic range and musical expression.

Manufacturer's Details:

The essence of the QBASE-Mark II concept is a straight-line AC distribution path, combined with star-earthed topology for connection to a clean ground. By eliminating any form of in-line filtering or active circuitry we maintain the lowest possible AC supply impedance, while a tiny lift in the earth impedance of all but one of the output sockets routes the signal grounds directly to the centre of the star and the clean earth terminal. Clearly identified on the casework, this Primary Earth socket is at the centre of your system’s performance, literally and metaphorically. It defines both the order in which you connect your components and also, their listening priority in your musical enjoyment, allowing you to further optimise the performance of your primary sources.

The sockets themselves are mounted on a customised frame plate and solidly constructed aluminium extrusion with machined end-caps that deliver a reassuring sense of substance. But the casework has far greater significance than that, the metal pieces and internal PCB (deliberately preferred to hard-wiring) constituting a single, mechanically tuned construction, designed specifically to enhance performance. Compare the musical performance of the QBASE-Mark II to the competition and you’ll hear just how effective this is.

QBASE-Mark II units are available in four different models. US, European and Australian versions are available in four and eight output configurations, while the dimensions of the UK 13A socket mean that it is only available as a six-way unit. Each unit now includes a dedicated fuse, providing overcurrent protection of the source circuit to prevent overheating and system damage. A QBASE-Mark II unit is the perfect starting point in the construction of a high-quality, modular AC supply for your system. Its compact dimensions mean that it can be easily combined with one or more Qx power purifiers and outfitted with Qv2 AC Line Harmonisers and Qk1 AC Enhancers as funds allow, while its slim profile makes it ideal for tucking away behind a rack or mounting on the wall.

The QB8 Mark II is also available in a 20 Amp (US) / 16 Amp (EU, AUS) version that uses heavier gauge internal wiring in addition to being capable of handling more current.

Key Features:

QB4 MkII

• 4 outlet design
• Focused star ground for superior sonic performance
• No in-line filtering or active circuitry keeps the lowest possible AC supply impedance
• Primary Earth grounding
• External ground post for connection to separate clean ground
• Dedicated Fuse
• Also available in US and EU configurations
• Supplied with one replacement fuse

QB8 MkII

• 8 outlet design
• Focused star ground for superior sonic performance
• No in-line filtering or active circuitry keeps the lowest possible AC supply impedance
• Primary Earth grounding
• External ground post for connection to separate clean ground
• Dedicated Fuse
• Also available in US and EU configurations
• Supplied with one replacement fuse

STAND MOUNT

You can elevate your QBASE by adding its own specially designed Stand Mount. Sort Kones provide the perfect stabilising feet for your stand.

Use this to easily support your QBASE unit with Nordost Sort Kones, mount it to the wall, or stabilise and lift it higher off of your floor or rack. Works with all Mark II QBASE units.