Low voltage cutting power supply

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I just began using a PS Audio Quintet power center for all my audio equipment with the exception of my stereo amp. I've experienced 4 power cutoffs from the Quintet shutting down after recognizing what the PS Audio service rep said was most likely a momentary low voltage (below 100 volts) issue. This is particularly annoying in my case because although my surround amp is connected to the Quintet, my stereo amp in another room location is not. When the power to my receiver is lost leaving the stereo amp on a very large noise pop emanates from my stereo speakers. It's not only disconcerting but I'm afraid it may damage my stereo speakers.
A friend that's a retired electrician told me low voltage is a common problem in the electrical grid even down to around 90 - 95 volts. I've got a call into the local power company but I would like to know if anyone can tell me the consequences of this type of momentary low voltage on audio equipment. Will it actually damage my equipment or only the effect the dynamics?
The rep from PS Audio told me less than a dozen customers have complained about this issue so far and they're considering a modification to the Quintet to eliminate or lower the low voltage cutoff.
Len

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Topic - Low voltage cutting power supply - lenw 11:42:12 10/16/06 (1)

Re: Low voltage cutting power supply - pkell44 12:57:59 10/17/06 (0)

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