Power Cords


I currently have Wireworld Silver Electra power cords with upgraded Platinum plugs. I had two 1M Wireworld Platinum power cords, but rearranged my system and required longer cords. Yesterday I borrowed two Shunyata Sigma NR power cords. On the first note my wife softly said, "that sounds better". She said it was clearer. I listened for a couple hours, changing the power cords a couple of times. In my system and to my ears this is my conclusion:
The Sigma's are cleaner, definitely has more bass, a dead silent and completely black background. The Wireworld cords are more detailed, with a wider soundstage and better spacing/separation of instruments. All things considered I'll keep my Wireworld, but I'm curious to listen to other power cords.
After inserting the Sigma's I just don't understand how anyone that listened to different power cords could conclude that they can't hear a difference. There is a difference, but like any other component the individual has to decide if the change is worth it. $6K for two power cords is relatively expensive. Expensive, but oddly maybe a good value? In my system there was a definite improvement with better bass impact and articulation. Would spending $6K or just changing amplifiers yield similar results? As with most components there are trade-offs...is there a power cord out there that has the benefits of the Sigma's and Wireworld Silver Electra's? If so, at what cost?  
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ricred1
I had an audition earlier this week with the newest AQ Niagara conditioners and Hurricane/Tornado PCs. The dealer/retailer Alan Jones of HiFi Buys Atlanta, reported that these products are sonic matches for one another. I will take a second audition in a few weeks.

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Thanks! for the update - ricred1
Looking forward in reading about the Hurricane in your system.
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gbmcleod

a well written account of you and your system. I have heard that CJ ET-3SE / Classic Sixty combo w/ B&W 802D speakers, Audioquest cabling/cords all around.  Very nice sound and presentation. I find your cabling/power cords choices very interesting indeed. Not too many CJ lovers out there are using Nordost. 
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Excellent insight as always- bo1972.
I am looking forward in reading your review on the AQ Hurricane PC.
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Looking forward in reading about your comparisons between the Audience and Clarus Crimson.
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Thanks! for the update- ricred1
I will second the Eryka Badu "live" disc to demo anyone's system.
Keep me posted as your try different cabling in your system.
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I concur w/ captainstereo- ricred1
there are many cables/cords,  in the marketplace for you to enjoy.
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Thanks! for sharing your knowledge and listening experiences-bo1972
I look forward in reading more about the Hurricane.
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ricred1-
I too liked the Wireworld Silver Electra7 power cord. Keep me posted as you audition more cabling. Happy Listening!