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Different Power Cords in same system - ok or bad?

I currently have a Transparent Audio Reference PowerIsolator power conditioner and a Transparent Reference Powerlink going from the conditioner to the outlet wall (it came with the power conditioner). I will soon be replacing the stock cords on all my components incrementally that will plug into the conditioner and wondered if it is recommended to go with all Transparent Power Cords or can I go with a different company such as Nordost, Shunyata, or Audience? I didn't know how important it was to keep this matched to my power conditioner and its dedicated cable. In case it matters, I DON'T have Transparent Audio speaker cables and interconnects. This is my only Transparent product thus far in my system. Thanks for your input.
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knghifi
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08-22-15: Stringreen
You will probably get better sound by eliminating all that stuff, and going directly into the wall. Personally, I have never met a power conditioner that didn't screw up the sound of my system.
I was in the same boat until I tried a passive Weizhi PRS-6. I have 2 now and is not current limiting. One for amps and other for rest of system.
knghifi
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But isn't the Shunyata not current limiting as well?
They all claim not current limiting but you really need to demo in your system and decide. I know many are very happy with Shunyata Triton.

What's your budget for PCs? I prefer a mixture of PCs vs a loom. I mix and match depending on mood, tube or SS amp and tube or SS power supply for my DAC.

I'm using Shunyata Sigma / Alpha, Nordost Valhalla and High Fidelity CT-1 PCs. To my ear, Shunyata Sigma is the best. Valhalla and CT-1 both have their strenghts and weaknesses. Shunyata Alpha the best value.
knghifi
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08-25-15: Devilboy
Even if all the components in your system are from the same brand, that doesn't mean that they all react the same to a specific brand of power cord. One company's cord could work magic on a preamp, but lifeless on their amp. To assume otherwise is ridiculous.
I agree, there are too many variables.
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