{"product_id":"audioquest-nrg-edison-duplex-wall-outlet-the-grid-hifi","title":"AudioQuest NRG Edison Duplex Wall Outlet | The Grid HiFi","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAudioQuest NRG Edison — Duplex Wall Outlet\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe performance of your power system starts at the wall.\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003eAudioQuest NRG Edison Duplex Wall Outlet\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered to provide a tighter, lower-impedance connection than a conventional household receptacle, creating a better electrical foundation for high-performance audio and home theater systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong\u003e15-amp and 20-amp versions\u003c\/strong\u003e, the NRG Edison combines high-mass beryllium-copper contacts, hanging-silver plating, exceptional gripping strength, and AudioQuest's approach to RF Noise-Dissipation. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eHigh-Mass Beryllium-Copper Contacts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMost standard AC receptacles rely on relatively inexpensive brass contacts. AudioQuest instead uses \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-mass beryllium-copper\u003c\/strong\u003e as the base metal for the NRG Edison.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBeryllium-copper provides excellent spring tension, allowing the receptacle to maintain a strong mechanical grip on an AC plug over time. That tight connection also helps maintain a \u003cstrong\u003elong-lasting, low-impedance path for AC power\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor a serious audio system, that's important. Your power conditioner, amplifier, or source component ultimately depends on the quality of the connection between its power cable and the electrical system feeding it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eHanging-Silver Plated Contact Surfaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe NRG Edison uses \u003cstrong\u003epolished high-tension contact surfaces with hanging-silver plating\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest chose silver not simply for its conductivity, but as part of its Noise-Dissipation strategy. The company designs the outlet to help direct signal-masking radio-frequency noise away from sensitive components and toward the electrical system's transformer and earth ground. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eGreater Metal Mass for Current Delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe NRG Edison uses significantly greater metal mass than a conventional wall receptacle, extending beyond the retention blades to the outlet's \u003cstrong\u003eground, wire, and spade-lug connections\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe objective is simple: reduce AC impedance and provide an unrestricted connection for current delivery. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThat makes the NRG Edison especially appropriate upstream of high-current equipment such as power amplifiers, integrated amplifiers, powered subwoofers, and AudioQuest's own \u003cstrong\u003ePowerQuest and Niagara power conditioners\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eLow-Z Power Noise-Dissipation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest considers the wall receptacle part of the system's overall power and noise-management architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe NRG Edison uses high-conductivity silver over beryllium-copper contacts—including the critical grounding path—to improve \u003cstrong\u003eradio-frequency Noise-Dissipation\u003c\/strong\u003e compared with conventional outlet materials such as steel, chrome, and nickel. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIt's a small component in the overall system, but it's also the physical connection through which virtually everything downstream receives power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e15-Amp and 20-Amp Versions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe NRG Edison is available in both:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNRG Edison 15 — 15 Amp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned for appropriately rated 15-amp branch circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNRG Edison 20 — 20 Amp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned for 20-amp service. AudioQuest specifies a \u003cstrong\u003e20-amp circuit breaker with at least #12 AWG wiring\u003c\/strong\u003e for this application. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe outlet itself can accommodate wire as large as \u003cstrong\u003e#8 AWG\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eAn Excellent Upgrade for a Dedicated Audio Circuit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor dedicated AC lines, AudioQuest recommends \u003cstrong\u003esolid-core electrical-grade wiring where possible\u003c\/strong\u003e and considers \u003cstrong\u003e#10 to #12 AWG\u003c\/strong\u003e an effective compromise between low AC impedance and RF Noise-Dissipation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA dedicated circuit isn't mandatory, however. AudioQuest states that systems using conventional household wiring can still benefit from replacing the standard receptacle with an NRG Edison. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor a purpose-built listening room or private cinema, pairing the appropriate electrical circuit with the NRG Edison provides a strong starting point before adding a PowerQuest or Niagara conditioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eEverything You Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe AudioQuest NRG Edison package includes the \u003cstrong\u003eduplex AC outlet, wall plate, and installation hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing a clean finished installation without requiring a separate specialty faceplate. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong\u003e15A and 20A versions\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-mass \u003cstrong\u003eberyllium-copper base metal\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolished high-tension contact surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHanging-silver plating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-Z Power Noise-Dissipation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-pressure plug retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-impedance AC connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased metal mass for optimum current delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnhanced ground connection for RF Noise-Dissipation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccommodates wiring up to #8 AWG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for dedicated high-performance audio circuits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent foundation for AudioQuest PowerQuest and Niagara systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes duplex outlet, wall plate, and hardware \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Grid HiFi\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA properly designed power system doesn't begin with the conditioner—it begins at the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eThe Grid HiFi in Houston\u003c\/strong\u003e, we can help design the complete power foundation for a high-performance two-channel system, home theater, or private cinema, including dedicated circuits, the appropriate AudioQuest NRG Edison outlet, power conditioning, and AC cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhether you're building around \u003cstrong\u003ePowerQuest\u003c\/strong\u003e or stepping up to an \u003cstrong\u003eAudioQuest Niagara\u003c\/strong\u003e system, the NRG Edison is a logical place to start.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Audioquest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55060722942289,"sku":"NRGEDISON15","price":249.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/7178\/0945\/files\/audioquest-nrg-edison-nrgedison15-15-amp-735832.webp?v=1790192365","url":"https:\/\/gridhifi.com\/products\/audioquest-nrg-edison-duplex-wall-outlet-the-grid-hifi","provider":"The Grid","version":"1.0","type":"link"}