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10-21-07
I've learned that any amplifier power cord should be at leas ... Foster_9
10-21-07
I had the same experiences with signal cable as foster_9. a ... Somec59
10-21-07
Agree with both posts above. imo, in your budget, you will ... Tvad
10-21-07
The original absolute pc was very nice tonally ime. it did ... Wellfed
10-21-07
There have been several threads about this topic, there are ... Photon46
10-21-07
Another way to make even modest up-graded cables sound bette ... Fotis_k
10-21-07
Consider the diy route. see parts express for an easy to fo ... Ghosthouse
10-21-07
The most affordable is the one the factory provides. Pbb
10-22-07
Audioparts inc is having a sale on this site on the audio on ... Glenn_garza
10-22-07
Here you go(bob crump's power cord): http://www.audiotweaks ... Fishboat
10-23-07: Cleaneduphippy
Appreciate everyone suggestions. Looks like I'll go with either the:
1. Element
2. Audio One Reference
3. Shunyata Vemon
Also, I think I'll upgrade the wall receptacle that the amp plugs into. My brother-in-law is a licensed journeyman electrician, so I believe an invite to dinner should get that work done.
Once again, thanks.
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10-23-07: Cleaneduphippy
Appreciate everyone suggestions. Looks like I'll go with either the:
1. Element
2. Audio One Reference
3. Shunyata Vemon
4. Ultimate Silver Series
Also, I think I'll upgrade the wall receptacle that the amp plugs into. My brother-in-law is a licensed journeyman electrician, so I believe an invite to dinner should get that work done.
Once again, thanks.
Cleaneduphippy (Threads | Answers | This Thread)
10-27-07
Morrow audio is another good option Musicfile
11-01-07
I don't claim to have a lot of experience with power cords, ... Brandon007_25
11-02-07
Audio art cable power cord - wattgate plugged version $105 1 ... Facten
11-08-07
How about i give you a free power three!? if you will be kin ... Draudio
11-09-07
I am in. how much is shipping? Samzx12
11-09-07
Where are the neon lights and dancing girls announcing the u ... Audiofeil
11-10-07
Where are the neon lights and dancing girls announcing the u ... Samzx12
11-15-07
Thanks rick for the free power 3 power cord. i got it last ... Joeyboynj
11-15-07
I would look for some used virtual dynamic power cords. Vcoheda
11-15-07
Cleaneduphippy, i hope you were able to get a free power co ... Joeyboynj
11-15-07
You are welcome joeyboynj, we hope you enjoy the results and ... Draudio
11-17-07: Cleaneduphippy
"Cleaneduphippy, I hope you were able to get a free power cord from Virtual Dynamics for your integrated amp. Let us know and what do you think. Thanks!"
Not yet, still waiting to hear back from Virtual Dynamics staff about what US shipping charges will be (I know it's $33CAN) and to give them my mailing address.
Rick, promised me one back on Nov 9 in the following email
" Shipping is 33.00 Candian.
I will send you a link on the cable
https://www.virtualdynamics.ca/content.php?id=169&secondary_id=77
You can also read about the giveaway here: https://
www.virtualdynamics.ca/content.php?id=252
No need to enter as I have already promised you one but just for your info.
Enjoy it! My staff will contact you.
Rick"
Still haven't heard from Virtual Dynamics staff, and I've also send Rick a couple of emails (the latest being this morning), but as of yet, haven't heard anything back from him either.
So, guess I'll have to wait and see what happens, as I think I've done as much as I can do on my end.
Cleaneduphippy (Threads | Answers | This Thread)
11-17-07: Cleaneduphippy
Just heard from Rick, apparently a minor communation problem, easily solved. Anyway, cables should be on their way shortly.
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11-24-07
How's that vd power 3 cord working out for you? i had one of ... Sherod
11-24-07
I got mine from rick. thank you very much. it has some fan ... Samzx12
11-24-07
Break-in will probably be anywhere from 150-250 hours. this ... Sherod
11-25-07
Thank you sherod. Samzx12
11-25-07
The literature that came with my power 3 said it was a 14-ga ... Joeyboynj
11-25-07
Sorry, my mistake. the power 3 is a 14 gauge( actually small ... Sherod
11-26-07
Ps audio power punch $49.95 for 1 meter. i replaced with th ... Stevecham
12-01-07
I believe you'll find mac (my audio cables) a real killer, n ... Pcwizard
12-02-07: Cleaneduphippy
Received the Virtual Dynamic Power 3 cord the other day (thanks Rick), very impressive cord. Hooking it up was a bit of pain, as it's plug to the amp (Jolida 502A) seem to fit very loose, and combined with the weight of cord itself it had a hard time staying in place until I placed some support just in front of that connection, also the cord itself is somewhat stiff and doesn't really offer a great deal of flexibility. Anyway, finally got everything into place and powered up my amp, and after the tubes had warmed up for about thirty minutes I played three CDs at random just to get an idea of what the cord sounded like. First of all, very impressed, especially since this was my first experiences of hearing the difference between a good aftermarket cord and my stock cord. Just out of the box, first impression was quieter background, bass was more solid, soundstage seem to expand, and musical details were much better. It was almost like my amp had gotten a modification. I can only imagine how much better the music will sound once the cord has had the time to burn in get fully broken in. Which at 150-200 hours will take me a couple of months to achieve (winter evenings, with a fire in the fireplace, listening to music).
Of course, I going to have to wait a few days to get back breaking in the Power 3 cord has I have to get another fuse holder for my amp. I ran my initial test with the Power 3 cord on Thurs night. On Fri when I turned on the amp, nothing happened, so assuming that I must have blowned a fuse as the cord connection itself seem OK, I check the fuse (it was OK) but for some reason the fuse holder itself wasn't making a tight connection (a situation which I found out by pushing inward on the fuse holder, that I would get power to the amp). Anyway, made a quick phone call to Michael Allen of Jolida, and a new fuse holder has been place in the mail, so hopefully, I'll be receiving it by Tues or Wed and I can resume breaking in the Power 3 cord.
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12-02-07: Cleaneduphippy
Btw, just noticed that Virtual Dynamics is having a 50% off sale on the Power Three until 12/21/07. Normally $305, now $152.50.
btw, I have no connection to Virtual Dynamics other than owning a Power Three power cord.
Cleaneduphippy (Threads | Answers | This Thread)
12-06-07
I won a power-3 cord from virtual dynamics too. since then ... Viper_z
12-06-07
Hey viper, where did you install the new virtual dynamic co ... Joeyboynj
12-08-07
I received one gratis as well, mine's cooking on my fridge r ... Wellfed
12-14-07: Cleaneduphippy
Well, got the "fuse holder" from Jolida, and of course, it wasn't the same as the old one (actually it was better with a metal screw top), so figured I would see how much it would cost get it put in. Quote was $75 a hour for labor. Which is way to much for just replacing a fuse holder. But at the same time I figured since my amp is 10 years old it might be a good time to upgrade/replace the caps and resistors, since the tech would be "under the hood", anyway. Well $231 and a week later, the amp is back in the system along with Virtual Dynamic Power 3 cord. Listened to some music last night, and what I heard was pretty much what I said earlier but with the amp itself sounding much better (surprising what a "tune up" will do).
I think my system is getting to sound as good as it's going to get (which is quite good to my ears, and I'm looking forward to hearing what it'll sound like after everything gets "burned in"), to get better (and not just different) I would probably have to invest into a higher level of components/speakers.
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12-19-07
Thanks guys for the feed back. next ten to post on this thre ... Draudio
12-19-07
Well, cleaneduphippy. i'm glad to see that you have your sys ... Sherod
12-19-07
I'm always interested in a little experimentation and would ... Hdm
12-19-07
I just ordered two power 3s last night. will you send me a ... Nikki
12-19-07
Hi draudio/rick, i'd like a power three for christmas. tha ... Vman71
12-19-07
Thanks rick- i can't wait!!! Leica_man
12-19-07
I received mine about 2 weeks ago. i was told that making on ... Elberoth2
12-19-07
Hey rick, sign me up! Geared4me
12-19-07
Hi rick, i would be vey happy to recieve a power three for c ... Acoustat6
12-19-07
I have a gut wire g clef that i purchased for around $100..s ... Lvk47
12-19-07
Rick, i haven't yet had the opportunity to hear any of th ... Spike01
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