Best Cable for canceling RFI


Problem:
WAY too much rfi interferance from local broadcast FM radio signal.

System:
Jolida 302a Integrated Amp, Castle Acoustice Richmonds, Rega Planet 2000 CDP, Kimber 4pr speaker cable. DIY power cable.

I have tested everything and all interconnects disconnected

I am getting an identifiable signal from a local FM radio broadcast - 91.5 Brooklyn New York - SUNY rebroadcast of foreign radio - when nothing but my amp plugged into the outlet.

I build my own power cable - Shielded Belden Cable with Shurtere IEC and Marinco Hospital grade wall plug. I grounded the shield at the wall plug end.

I was listening last night and it's driving me mad!

How to fix? New power cable? w/RFI canceling? Will it REALLY make a diference? Will 'power conditioning' help? Like an 'on-line' UPS?

Much thanks in advance for you thoughts.
keithcady

Showing 1 response by sean

Either the amps are sensitive to RF signals or the cords ( power OR speaker ) are acting as antennas. Sometimes, simply moving the cords into a different pattern can cure the problem. Sometimes altering their length can cure the problem.

I would start off by trying to wind up any excess power cord into a small coil as tightly as possible near the amp. This will create a choke and may get rid of or minimize the problem. If that doesn't work, you can try attaching a ferrite clamp to the power cord very near the amp. You might also try shielding the amp ( large metal pot, turkey pan, etc... ) to see if the tubes or circuitry are picking up the signal if it doesn't already have a "cage" covering the tubes. While i would think that your speaker cables would be okay due to their geometry, try substituting some different cables to see if that helps..

Depending on the situation, it can be a tough one to solve. Take your time and do it step by step. Sean
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