{"product_id":"quantum-base-qb8-mkii","title":"Nordost QRT QB8 Mk II Power Distribution Block","description":"\u003ch1\u003eQuantum by Nordost QRT QB8 Mk II Power Distribution block\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1564\/1247\/files\/stereophile_recommended_2018_logo_e11530fc-bffb-491f-bd9d-e8da0c37b9be_compact.jpg?v=1535498081\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProviding excellent solutions for treating AC power and yielding cleaner, clearer, more natural sound, the eight-outlet\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantum QB8 QBASE MkII power conditioner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis substantially upgraded over the original version and delivers even better performance. Now outfitted with enhanced connectors for increased connectivity, customized frame-plate housing for finer mechanical stability, a higher-quality PC board that accommodate higher currents, a dedicated installed fuse for over-current protection, and four updated feet that allow for greater contact surface and a wider stance, the four-outlet\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQB4 QBASE MkII\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eoperates as a superb foundation for both small and medium-sized systems. With\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQB8 QBASE MkII\u003c\/strong\u003e, you'll experience a lower noise floor, heightened imaging, wider and deeper soundstages, sharper details, superior pacing, and outstanding dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablishing a solid foundation is key to achieving great sound. As such, Quantum's QBASE products have been providing unique and uncompromising solutions for the treatment of AC power for the better part of a decade.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQB8 MkII\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecombines a simplistic principle and a sophisticated design to establish the ideal grounding method: starearth topology. By creating a tiny lift in the earth impedance of all but one of the output sockets, starearth topology allows the signal to directly connect to a clean ground terminal, providing the lowest-possible AC supply impedance without any form of inline filtering or active circuitry. This stellar power conditioners bring an organized, coherent framework to music, allowing you to truly experience the intricacies and imaging in every performance.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQB8 MkII\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis intended to be used in conjunction with one or more QX power purifiers, QV2 AC Line Harmonizers, and QK1 AC Enhancers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQB8 MkII units provide all of the elements and benefits of the original QBASE with several marked improvements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnectors\u003c\/strong\u003e: The IEC input and the US (NEMA) connectors are upgraded to new, more durable connectors that maintain better connectivity after extended use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Plate\u003c\/strong\u003e: A customized “frame plate” housing for the connectors improves the mechanical stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePC Board\u003c\/strong\u003e: Enhanced PC boards are upgraded to include heavier traces, designed to accommodate higher currents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDedicated Fuse\u003c\/strong\u003e: An installed dedicated fuse provides overcurrent protection of the source circuit and prevents system damage caused by overheating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeet\u003c\/strong\u003e: Four upgraded fixed stabilizing feet have greater contact surface and a wider stance to provide stability on hard surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (WHD):\u003c\/strong\u003e 460 x 67 x 120 mm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nordost","offers":[{"title":"15 Amp","offer_id":50957837992120,"sku":"QB8 MKII 15A","price":1499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"20 Amp","offer_id":50957838024888,"sku":"QB8 MKII 20A","price":2149.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1564\/1247\/products\/AQRTQB82.jpg?v=1741632623","url":"https:\/\/upscaleaudio.pro\/products\/quantum-base-qb8-mkii","provider":"Upscale Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}