Synergistic Research PowerCell 14 Power Conditioner

Synergistic Research PowerCell 14 Power Conditioner

The Synergistic Research PowerCell 14 Power Conditioner represents the latest innovation in high-performance power conditioning, designed to refine and elevate audio systems with revolutionary EM cell technology and advanced ULF and DC biasing. With its expanded electromagnetic cell area, increased 100-fold over previous models, the PowerCell 14 dramatically reduces noise, enhances sound clarity, and boosts dynamic headroom for a more immersive listening experience. Its supercapacitor functionality delivers peak current on demand, allowing even power-intensive components like amplifiers to perform at their best with clean, uninterrupted power.

In addition to its technical prowess, the PowerCell 14 offers premium customization options, including three selectable bias settings (Blue, Green, and Red) that allow users to personalize soundstage and tonal balance. The aircraft-grade aluminum chassis minimizes mechanical interference, while the customizable LED panel offers four colour options to match any setup. The internal UEF Ground Plane and optional Active Ground Block provide unparalleled grounding capabilities, lowering noise floors and adding low-frequency weight to the audio. Together, these features make the PowerCell 14 a powerful, versatile solution for discerning audiophiles looking to maximize their audio system's performance. 

What Synergistic Research say about the PowerCell 14

For over a decade, we’ve been incrementally refining and improving our PowerCell models to deliver best-in-class, award-winning line conditioning for the most demanding audio enthusiasts. Now in development of our forthcoming flagship SRX PowerCell, we’re completely rethinking and re-engineering our newest generation of PowerCells to take your system to even greater heights with regards to effortless dynamics, engagement, and realism. Introducing the all new PowerCell 14. The power for passion has never been more evident.

Our Electromagnetic Cells are the foundational building block responsible for line conditioning. While previous upgrades to the PowerCell brought forth improvements, the advancement has not been as revolutionary as it is today because we’ve fundamentally rethought the construction of the EM cell versus continuing to refine it:

• A comprehensive redesign of the EM cell, inherited from our forthcoming flagship SRX PowerCell, more efficiently filters out contaminants to the signal, resulting in a lower noise floor and better dynamics.
• The overall surface area of the cell as gone up 100x from previous generations to deliver a significant increase in electromagnetic conditioning.
• Doubling its function as a supercapacitor, the amount of available energy has gone up 100x, enabling even the most power-hungry amplifiers to sound more dynamic with better leading-edge transients plugged into the PowerCell than plugging it straight to the wall.

The end result enables more information to pass through in both a smoother and more holographic and accurate sound field than previous generation PowerCells.

Re-engineered ULF and DC Biasing

ULF, in its most basic principle, is how we ‘reclock’ our music to the Schumann Resonance by passively addressing and filtering out ambient RF and extreme high frequency noise that would otherwise degrade sound. The PowerCell 14 utilizes the Galileo SX PowerCell’s power supply and ULF Field Generator and improves upon it in the following ways:

• We implement a reformulated Ultra Low-Frequency RF bias captured from learnings gleaned from our SRX PowerCell and Voodoo streamer/server development programs.
• The nature of how we bias ULF has dramatically changed.
• The way we integrate both ULF and DC into EM cells has also changed.
• The power supply that generates the DC bias to EM cells has been radically evolved.
• New 24k Gold UEF tuning circuits bring harmonic richness and enhanced musicality.

With these advancements, SR is now able to precisely control the phase points between the frequencies used for bias. When selecting between the two biases on the PC14, they reflect SR’s most current understanding of ULF treatment and will deliver a more favourable, welcoming response to your music.

Three frequency bias, one perfect sound.
Blue (Default): This option offers a laid-back midrange with a linear transition of notes from low frequencies to midrange to highs, creating a large and enveloping sound stage.
Green: The midrange is slightly more forward compared to the Blue option, with a bit more bass emphasis.
Red: Convincingly portray large-scale performances and electronic music.

Grounding, Elevated

The internal power supply and ULF Generator included in the PowerCell 14 are further enhanced with a UEF Ground Plane first developed for the Galileo SX PowerCell to lower the noise floor and increase soundstaging. And to take this performance to a higher level still there is the option to ground the PowerCell 14 to one of our Active Ground Blocks which improves low-frequency weight and attack as it lowers the noise floor further still without sacrificing one of the duplexes, so you have the full 14 outlets to filter all components in your system without loss of current.

Form Elevates Function

The PowerCell 14 chassis is mechanically and electromagnetically voiced. Machined from aircraft-grade aluminum, carbon fiber and plexiglass, its design strategically dampens and directs mechanical resonance from the ambient environment, the energy created by your speakers and how that feeds back into the circuit, and the vibrations generated by the transformers in the unit. The material makeup, physical size, and windows into the unit optimize the efficiency and directivity of the electromagnetic fields generated by the EM cells to bring sound as close to life as possible.

Change the color and intensity of the light that illuminates the front and a top circuit view window. Select between Galileo White, Synergistic Research Blue, Dante Red, and McIntosh Blue to match its lighting to the other components in your system. And if you prefer no light at all you can choose to be boring, it’s all up to you.

Specification

• Wiring: All 10 awg. Silver Matrix point-to-point discrete wiring
• Connector Output International (EU/UK): 14 UEF Purple 2.0 Outlets
• UEF:
  • Graphene treatment throughout unit
  • Internal “Active” Gen 2 SRX Linear power supply for biasing EM Cells
  • Dual Channel, Dual Setting SRX ULF (Ultra-low frequency) Generator applied to each individual electromagnetic cell to bias AC to the Earth’s Schumann Resonance for a dramatic drop in a system’s noise floor.
  • 2 each SR Power Transformers
  • 8 each SR Quantum Capacitors in EM Cell power supply and ULF field generator
  • Machined Aluminum and Carbon Fiber chassis
  • Seven New 2nd Gen, SRX Folded EM Cells topology acts like a ‘Super Capacitor’ to increase peak current on demand allowing components to draw more current than when connected directly to the wall for added dynamic headroom
• Internal Active UEF EM Horizontal Plane Cell area: 5187 square centimeters, with 7 x Internal 2nd Gen, SRX EM Folded Carbon Fiber Cell area
• Connector Input: 1 each Neutrik 32 amp PowerCon, 3 Isolated Output Banks; can be used to isolate analog from digital components
• 99.995% Pure Silver Ground Strap: 62 square centimeters
• Weight and Dimensions: 5.2″ x Width 17.5″ x Depth 14.2″, 28 lbs.
• Voltage and current Rating: Input Rating International (EU/AU/UK): 16amp/250v
• International(EU/AU/UK) Version: Rating is predicated upon the Schuko Outlet rating of 16amp/250v

About Synergistic Research

Synergistic Research, a well-established innovator in high-end audio, is celebrated worldwide for its pioneering role in delivering state-of-the-art sonic experiences. Established by Ted Denney in 1992, the company stands on a bedrock of continuous research and innovation, striving to push the boundaries of what's possible in audio performance.

With a firm belief that superior sound transforms how we experience music, Synergistic Research is passionate about achieving sonic realism through its diverse range of products. Synergistic Research focuses on a total system approach to create synergy in your system. These include audio and power cables, power conditioners, acoustic treatments, and more, each engineered to facilitate an immersive audio experience.

All aspects of performance are considered because there's more to synergy than just cables. Synergistic Research has developed some of the world's most innovative solutions like PowerCell line conditioners, Acoustic ART room treatments, MiG component resonators, and Galileo Universal Cable Cells.
Of course, audio cables, power cords and audio-grade fuses are significant contributors to system performance second only to room acoustics. They have also pioneered groundbreaking technologies such as Active Shielding with air dielectrics and custom tuneable cables with Enigma Bullets to get closer to the music than ever before. Synergistic Research also looked at one most important parts of any music system the AC wall socket.

The quality, structure, and efficiency of the AC entering your music system play a profound role in the musicality and dimensionality of the music your system can reproduce. This is why looking further than just the audio system is essential. Synergistic Research has many solutions to this age-old problem of AC quality entering your music system, making it the best choice for audiophile-grade fuses.

What sets Synergistic Research apart is its rigorous scientific approach to product development. Their exploration into quantum physics and the science of harmonics is infused into each product, setting them apart in the industry. They commit to implementing cutting-edge technology and proprietary materials in their products, often leading to revolutionary breakthroughs.

Synergistic Research is not merely a manufacturer but a thought leader that sets a high bar in the audio industry, emphasizing meticulous craftsmanship and the scientific method in its product design process. Every product undergoes rigorous, objective and subjective testing before it reaches the consumer, ensuring unparalleled quality and performance.

Moreover, Synergistic Research's commitment to customer satisfaction is unmatched. They understand the varied needs of their clients, offering customizable solutions and personal consultations to ensure that their products provide an optimum fit for each unique audio system and listening environment.

With a reputation for innovation and quality, Synergistic Research remains a vanguard in the high-end audio industry. Their dedication to research, precision, and an unrivalled auditory experience have earned them the trust and respect of audiophiles and music enthusiasts worldwide. For those seeking the pinnacle of audio performance, Synergistic Research stands as a beacon of excellence and innovation.