Excerpted from *Audio Technology*

In today’s audio systems, besides the performance of the equipment and cables themselves, the most crucial factor is, of course, the power supply to the equipment for proper operation. A stable and pure power supply not only makes the equipment’s operation more stable but also allows it to perform at a higher level, further enhancing the sound effect. This time, I’m recommending the Inakustik AC-3200 power strip from Germany.

Focusing on Power Supply Equipment
Inakustik, a German company, specializes in producing signal cables, digital cables, and power cables for audio equipment. They also produce the flagship AC-4500 filter and the latest model, the AC-3200 power strip, which was unveiled at the Munich High End Show in May. Due to the high price of the flagship AC-4500 power filter, many users were unable to purchase it. After receiving feedback from users worldwide, the company decided to use the flagship model as a blueprint and transfer the technology to lower-priced models. Through continuous research and development, they finally released the more affordable AC-3200 power strip.

The packaging is exquisite and provides ample protection.

When I received the AC-3200 DC Blocker, it came in a long black cardboard box made of high-density, rigid material. A laser seal on the opening ensured that the product was brand new and rigorously tested by the manufacturer. Inside, the aluminum tray was protected by thick black EVA cushioning pads. Below that was the standard power cord with an American plug and IEC 20A tail plug. Users can choose a high-end power cord from Inakustik or other brands to enhance the effect. The packaging also included a quality certificate signed by the manufacturer’s testing personnel and an instruction manual.

The sound is stable and the imaging is clear.

The first music I used for testing was Kitaro’s “Silk Road,” Kitaro’s first album composed and performed in 1980 for the NHK documentary “Silk Road.” The version I tested was a Master Sound ultimate audiophile version produced and pressed using the CBS/SONY IX Digital Mastering standard in Japan. The track “Silk Road” is based on the musical style of Xinjiang’s western regions, combined with Kitaro’s electronic music to create a desolate and mysterious desert landscape. Using the Inakustik AC-3200 not only resulted in clearer sound imaging and enhanced sound stability, but also a more intense psychedelic feel. As the theme music for this documentary, it completely immersed the listener in the feeling and atmosphere of the frontier desert. …