best DIY power cord?


I know there are tons of threads on this subject but in the world of audio new and better is just around the corner.

Best, in my opinion, means I am looking for easy to buy (maybe from one source), good sound (I am looking for an improvement over stock - not the best you can buy) and cheapest - a final price of $50 per cord is reasonable I think.

Am I dreaming?

Are there kits available?

thank you
Phil
128x128philjolet

Showing 3 responses by philjolet

thanks everyone

I have ordered the parts for the Ven Haus cords and will post my results. BTW I may have some extra 83802 Belden wire if anyone wants.

Phil

BTW cute story about the cat, thats a good laugh.
I have made 2 VenHaus flavor 1 PCs and I am very happy with the improvments. I replaced the stock cords on my Rogue 99 Magnum pre amp and Plinius SA100 MKIII power amp.

I noticed the artifacts or noise in my system has apparently moved back, which is to say it is quieter and less obstructive leaving the music behind to be enjoyed. Low level nuances are more noticable too. One of the main improvements is the bass which is less thick and much punchier lending the entire presentation of the sound a presence that was not there at all before. The music has a more natural presentation and the 'window' has opened in my system from being mostly in the upper bass and lower midrange to much more of the spectrum that I really like now.

The improvements I am speaking of is close to the gain I got when I went from Nordost Blue Heaven wire throughout my system to all Acoustic Zen wire, at a fraction of the cost.

Needless to say I am glad I made the jump and paid only $50 a cord as well. I really recommend the VenHaus cords and they took me about 1 hour each to make. BTW when I emailed Chris Venhaus with questions he was prompt and a nice guy.

thanks for the advice fellow Agoners,
cheers
Phil