QBase Reference (QB 10)

£18,000.00
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The QBASE Reference is a multifaceted, reference-level AC distribution unit that operates as a filter-less alternative to power conditioners, delivering pristine power to your audio components, without imparting its own sonic characteristics on your system or limiting AC current. This 10-outlet AC distribution device unites several philosophies and technologies from Nordost's renowned QRT line into one, comprehensive power component.

At its core, the QBASE REFERENCE, like Nordost's other QBASE units, is a passive distribution component that uses star-earth topology to address the noise-inducing, conflicting flow of signal and ground paths within a hifi system. However, that’s just the beginning of what the QBASE REFERENCE has to offer. The QB10 offers numerous Nordost technologies within its mechanically-tuned, extruded aluminum chassis, in order to bring a new realm of power optimization and audio refinement to your reference system.

The QBASE Reference is a multifaceted, reference-level AC distribution unit that operates as a filter-less alternative to power conditioners, delivering pristine power to your audio components, without imparting its own sonic characteristics on your system or limiting AC current. This 10-outlet AC distribution device unites several philosophies and technologies from Nordost's renowned QRT line into one, comprehensive power component.

At its core, the QBASE REFERENCE, like Nordost's other QBASE units, is a passive distribution component that uses star-earth topology to address the noise-inducing, conflicting flow of signal and ground paths within a hifi system. However, that’s just the beginning of what the QBASE REFERENCE has to offer. The QB10 offers numerous Nordost technologies within its mechanically-tuned, extruded aluminum chassis, in order to bring a new realm of power optimization and audio refinement to your reference system.

 
 

The QBASE Reference is designed to conquer the imperfections and unpredictability of the AC signal, making it the ultimate solution for achieving unprecedented audio purity. Introducing it into your system will allow you to hear your music as it was intended to be experienced.

QRT - Audio Enhancers

QRT products are designed to improve the performance of your system. Each product has its own unique objective, whether that be alleviating the impact of poor quality AC or DC power, providing proper grounding, optimizing data transfer for audio applications, or synchronizing electromechanical resonances. Regardless of their function, Nordost QRT products make an immediate and distinct impact on audio systems.  

The effects are cumulative and best heard when QRT products are used as a system. When arranged correctly, the effects include a lower noise floor, increased image depth with tighter focus, wider soundstage, as well as improved overtones, pacing, dynamic range and musical expression.

Features

  • Star Earth Topology 

  • Dual PCB Design, Symmetrical Live/Neutral Topology + Separate Grounding (with Voltage Directionality Technology)

  • Multiple, internal QSINE and QWAVE devices

  • Specifically optimized and modified QPOINT Technology

  • Primary and (optional) Dual Primary Earth Design

  • Internal, solid core Nordost wiring featuring Micro Mono-Filament Technology

  • Pre-QKORE Ground Design

  • Resonance Control Sort Supports

Brochure

Instruction manual

Warranty

Limited 2-year warranty

Specifications

  • Dimensions: 19in x 8in x 5.5in

  • Weight: 25.9lb (11.75kg)

  • Input: IEC C-20 (20/16amp)

  • Output: EU (Schuko)

  • Fuse: Yes

Reviews & Awards

Mono & Stereo (Editor’s Choice Award)

Hi-Fi+, January 2025

 
 
 
 
 

The 'power' of QRT is cumulative in effect and the improvements wrought are not subtle. Taken together they have become an essential part of my home audio system and to call them accessories or tweaks is doing these products a distinct injustice.

 

Peter Katsoolis, SoundStage! Australia