compact plug-top style which gets high praise from those who own it

Yes it certainly does! My main sterio system doesn't have a problem with the 3 prong setup, but my computer system's amp really HATES it. Fortunately I've 2 compact units.

I should note that once I went to the 3 prong unit with my main sterio system I get 'zapped' alot. The compact unit doesn't do that at all. That 3 prong unit must have a VERY good ground.

If my bank account will take the pounding, I'm going to order one of each on Thursday.