CHRONICLES & SPECIAL OFFER – AC

CHRONICLES :

power-bis-AC_20Here are four essential links pertaining to AC power and your audio system:

  1. The importance of the AC electrical supply
  2. Why buy a good quality AC power cable?
  3. AC recommendations (2 families of BIS AC  cables  versus different types of electronics)

 

SPECIAL OFFER :

To promote the adequate use of the PowerBIS, we offer a discount when the PowerBIS and a BIS AC cable are bought together.

Conditions :

  • Applicable to 6 or 8 outlet PowerBIS.
  • AC20 & AC20WG are the only BIS AC cables concerned by this offer .
  • PowerBIS & Ac cables ordered together only.

Please see your BIS Specialist for retail price list.

AC II

The ideal complement to the Access entry-level line of products.

An essential step to releasing the undiscovered potential of your system.

Three layer shield.

Protection against radio frequencies and electromagnetic interference.

Standard lenght : 1,8 meter or special order on request

Applications:  Amplification, sub-woofer, flat screens and multi-room control equipment.

Ideal addition to Access entry level of  BIS cables.

AC IFW (Interference Free Wire)

AC IFW (Interference Free Wire)

AC IFW (Interference Free Wire)

Remarkable improvement in dynamics.

Better separation and precision of instruments.

Expansion of depth & soundstage.

Four (4) layer shield. Multilevel ground.

Optimal elimination of radio frequencies and electromagnetic interference.

Standard lenght : 1,8 meter or special order on request

Applications:  Amplification, sub-woofer, flat screens and multi-room control equipment.

 

“Following the installation of the AC IFW cable and your duplex AC wall outlet (in which I had no confidence, thinking the idea totally wacky), I can only bow down and sincerely thank you…. I cannot believe the precision of the bass and the opening up of the midrange! I will not fail to promote the merits of the BIS products, while waiting to treat myself to the MAESTRO range …” M.L. Eng.

AC MAESTRO

UFH MAGAZINE has tested some BIS AC cables.
Result: the AC cable Maestro is now part of their reference system.

“The Conductor in your living room.”

The performance of the AC IFW taken even further in refinement and efficiency.

Your amplifier will express itself with a level of ease that you never suspected!

The ultimate combination of innovative design, precise assembly and sophisticated materials.

4 layer shield.  Wattgate Audio Grade connectors.

Standard lenght : 1,8 meter or special order on request

Applications:  Amplification, sub-woofer, flat screens and multi-room control equipment.

“First impression: the symphony orchestra takes on a whole new scale. We’ve moved from the middle of the concert hall to the front row!

Second observation: the sound is fuller and better defined.

The position of the different sections is better differentiated. Before, they appeared more or less on the same level.

Unlike many well-known brands of cables, the AC Maestro does not darken the treble. On the contrary, the bandwidth seems to have benefited from these cables.

Rhythm and modulation have taken ​​a sensational step forward in my system.“ M.O.

AC20 – AC20WG

Sources such as CD, DVD, Bluray players, DACs, projectors and HD (Illico) terminals, integrated amps and pre-amps equipped with an integrated DAC benefit particularly from the addition of the AC20 and AC20WG power cords. 

Ideal match for PowerBIS and Maestro PowerBIS  ( power bars ).

AC 20:   Marinco Connectors

AC 20 WG:   Wattgate Audio Grade Connectors

Protection against radio-frequency and other electromagnetic fields.

Standard lenght : 1,8 meter or special order on request

Other applications:

    • Digital/analog convertors
    • High-current audio and home-cinema components
    • Exact audio copy on hard drive.
    • Projectors

AC 20 :

“Highly VISIBLE RESULTS: The picture on my new Epson Full HD THX projector is exquisite!” C.L.

AC – SPACE SAVER

A flexible cable fitted with a 90°, ultra-thin AC connector (11/16 inch or 17,5 mm thick).

These ultra-thin connectors do not exist by themselves on the market. It is only available in cable assembly version (molded on a cable). Although these cables do not have a good reputation, the one we present here is different :

We have choosen a reliable american manufacturer who uses some very high quality OFC cable, shielded, with a drain. And we finish the assembly in our own facilities with a small/high quality IEC connector at the other end. The final result is an elegant and high-performance cable.

We have made many tests and we can confirm without a shadow of a doubt that the BIS AC SPACE SAVER will optimize any gear’s performance.

We recommend it especially for limited spaces and for wallmounted flat screens with the AC walloutlet placed directly behind the screen.

Available lenghts: 1 meter, 2 meters & 3 meters.

AC ADAPTORS & BURNING-IN

Adaptateurs ACHigh-quality AC adapter plugs that will allow you to use audiophile quality AC cords even if you have the other kind of 2 prongs socket on your equipment.

Available in 4 versions:

  • Polarized – Type C7
  • Non-polarized – Type C7P
  • 3 pins – Rasor type C5 to IEC C13
  • Burn-in adaptors that will allow you to use a domestic appliance as a burn-in device while you are away or when your audio-video system is not in use.

SPECIAL ORDERS – AC

  • Special---AC-&-IECStandard rotating 90 degree IEC conectors
  • 90 degree U Ground conectors

IMPORTANT :  The customer must provide an illustration of the desired position relative to the wall duplex or IEC connector of the audio or video component.

THE PowerBIS

Features

  • 6 or 8 receptacles
  • IEC socket for a removable power cord, either on top or at the end of the PowerBIS (To be specified when ordering)
  • Built-in mounting feet at both ends

Designed around 3 main criterias:

  • High conductivity
  • Mechanical sturdiness for long term use
  • Neutral sounding

Truthfull to the BIS philosophy of choosing the best available material, we have tested many electrical duplex. The one we use is definitely superior in many points to the renowned “Hospital Grade” and much better adapted to audio & home theater requirements.

Through higher quality material, this duplex offers sturdiness, greater heat resistance plus contact stability. High quality electrical contacts will remain tight. The bypass contact is made of high-conductivity materials for increased contact force and secured connections, reducing heat build-up and insuring uninterrupted flow of power.

In order to get maximum control on mechanical resonances, we line the PowerBIS with an asphalt-base dampening material. As a result, there will be less vibrations on the electrical contacts and casing. Therefore, if you connect a small power supply with a transformer, no vibrations will be transmitted to the PowerBIS.

To prevent the “crackling” phenomenon on the power lines produced for example by household appliances or electrical tools, we’ve added a PARALLEL circuit which does not limit in any way the available amperage or the speed. The internal connections between the IEC plug and the sockets remain perfectly in direct line, without any obstruction.

The Furutech IEC gold plated copper socket on the PowerBIS is tailored to accept the number 10 copper internal wiring we use.

You can use any BIS AC cord of your choice on the PowerBis. Through very meticulous tests, we found that this power bar is totally neutral. Therefore, the sonic characteristics of your system, be it the electronics or the cabling, will not be affected.

Those same tests also showed that the PowerBis transmits the electrical signal as directly as a wall connection. First class quality components, no on/off switch, no pilot lamp, no filter to kill the sonic dynamic. Top it off with either a BIS AC-20 or AC-20WG cable to benefit from maximal protection against RF and EMI.

In order to complete your own audio & home theater installation, PowerBis duplex are also available separately at your dealer to replace the standard in-wall duplex.

Son & Image Magazine on Optimized PowerBIS

MAESTRO POWER BIS

 

“The PowerBIS Maestro performs beautifully and is now part of our reference system. We recommend it without hesitation.”
Magazine Son & Image, novembre-décembre 2008

EVEN MORE DEFINITION, MORE DEPTH AND MORE DYNAMICS!

Features:

  • 6 or 8 outlets
  • WATTGATE™ 381 Audio Grade® Receptacles
  • Additional amount of asphalt-base damping material
  • IEC socket for a removable power cord, either on top or at the end of theMAESTRO PowerBIS (To be specified when ordering)
  • Built-in mounting feet at both ends

Designed around 3 main criteria:

  • Super conductivity
  • Mechanical sturdiness for long term use
  • Neutral sounding

Truthfull to the philosophy of choosing the best available material, we have tested many electrical duplex. The WattgateTM 381 Audio Grade® Receptacle is definitely superior in many points to the renowned “Hospital Grade” and much better adapted to audio & home theater requirements.

This duplex offers sturdiness, greater heat resistance plus contact stability through:

  • WATTGATE™ three-layer plating process on contacts
  • Ultra heavy-duty triple-wipe contacts
  • 24k Gold plating on terminal clamps, mounting strap, rivets and grounding strip
  • Glass filled high temperature nylon housing
  • Superior ground contact

High quality electrical contacts will remain tight. The bypass contact is made of high-conductivity materials for increased contact force and secured connections, reducing heat build-up and insuring uninterrupted flow of power.

In order to get maximum control on mechanical resonances, we line the PowerBIS MAESTRO with an additional amount of asphalt-base damping material. As a result,vibrations on the electrical contacts and casing will be kept to minimum. Therefore, if you connect a small power supply with a transformer, no vibrations will be transmitted to the power bar.

To prevent the “crackling” phenomenon on the power lines produced for example by household appliances or electrical tools, we’ve added a PARALLEL circuit which does not limit in any way the available amperage or the speed. The internal connections between the IEC plug and the sockets remain perfectly in direct line, without any obstruction.

The Furutech IEC gold plated copper socket on the MAESTRO PowerBIS is tailored to accept the number 10 copper internal wiring we use.

You can use any BIS AC cord of your choice on the MAESTRO PowerBIS .  However, top it off with a BIS AC-20WG power cable to benefit from the best optimed performance and maximal protection against RF and EMI.

Through very meticulous tests, we found that this power bar is totally neutral. Therefore, the sonic characteristics of your system, be it the electronics or the cabling, will not be affected.

Those same tests also showed that the MAESTRO PowerBIS transmits the electrical signal as directly as a wall connection. First class quality components, no on/off switch, no pilot lamp, no filter to kill the sonic dynamic.

In order to complete your own audio & home theater installation, MAESTROPowerBIS duplex are also available separately at your dealer to replace the standard in-wall duplex.

Son & Image Magazine, on optimized PowerBIS

Ted Magazine, Volume 20, No. 5