During its six year
production cycle, the original Hydra Model-8 became the most critically
and professionally acclaimed product of its kind. Endorsements from
the forefront of the film and recording industries, and from the
finest electronics and speaker manufactures gave the Hydra Model-8
a peerless reputation for performance. Shunyata's continued investments
in custom engineering and design innovation have kept the Hydra Model-8
Version II and its reference line-mate, the Hydra V-Ray Version II,
at the top of their class.
The Hydra Model-8 Version II incorporates
a complete array of design refinements developed by scientist Caelin
Gabriel that include upgrades to the filter networks, outlets, buss
systems and a new series of ZrCa-2000 compounds. The performance
differences in the clear resolution of sound and visuals, even compared
to the most recent Hydra Model-8 models, are striking. The dramatic
performance improvements can be realized in any application and within
any film, sound or recording system.
The Hydra Model-8 Version II's
Trident Defense System provides noise-reduction with Shunyata’s
best multi-element filter array. These proprietary filters protect
and isolate each duplex outlet as independent power-sources -- without
current limiting or manipulation. The Model-8 Version II’s
inner chamber houses the renowned, proprietary ZrCa-2000 compounds,
which are directly coupled to its massive copper-buss system, enhancing
its noise-reducing capability.
Statement-making surge and spike protection
is passively implemented and totals a line-popping 40,000-amps of
peak current protection. Enormous over-current protection is provided
in the form of Carling’s best hydraulic electromagnetic breaker,
which protects without compromising performance. Common to all Hydra
models is the Model-8 Version II’s 20-amp inlet connector,
allowing each system and budget to dictate which of the seven PowerSnakes
power cords will be ideal in a given application.
APPLICATIONS
The
Hydra Model-8 Version II combines high-current capability with Shunyata’s
passive form of noise reduction and system protection to offer the
perfect all-in-one power-distribution solution. All four of the Model-8
Version II's SR-Z1 outlets are isolated with their own buss structure
and passively filtered, allowing each duplex to be interchangeably
utilized for either high-current electronics or noise-sensitive digital
equipment.
The Hydra Model-8 Version II's 20amp capability and 8
outlets will accommodate most entire systems on a single AC line.
The Hydra Model-8 Version II can be used in conjunction with other
Hydra's if there are multiple dedicated lines available. This allows
for the complete isolation of high-current and low current electronics
on separate lines, while still benefiting from the performance and
protection that all Hydra's deliver.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Hydra series
products have accumulated awards such as Stereophile Recommended
Component, Stereophile Accessory of the Year (runner-up), Product
Of The Year (HiFi+), SoundStage! Reviewers' Choice (2001 and 2003)
and SoundStage! Innovation In Design Award, as well as StereoTimes
Most Wanted Component and Publishers Choice Awards.
Unqualified praise
has also come from Michael Fremer and Paul Bolin at Stereophile and
the Hydra-8 and Model-2 were recently recognized by inclusion in
Stereophiles’ Recommended Components section and issue. Countless
magazine reviews from across the globe do nothing but add to the
Hydra's accomplishments. Praise and awards such as these give most
products all they need to succeed, but Hydra's have done much more.
Professional endorsements from top recording studios such as Sony
Music Mastering (New York), SkyWalker Ranch (Lucas Films), Philips
Crest National (US top SACD plant), Astoria Studio (David Gilmour)
and renowned recording engineers such as Andy Jackson, Peter McGrath,
Ken Takashi, and have verified the Hydra's ability to succeed in
all types of systems, large or small.
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