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Replacement cable for Shunyata Hydra 6 power conditioner

I have a Hydra 6 for which I need a longer power cable. Since I have to shop for one, a question beyond simple replacement has come up. Are here better alternatives to the Hydra 6's cord? Someone suggested the classic King Cobra and a technician suggested that, should I stray form Shunyata, consider either a Gutwire SV-8 or Sablon Audio Corona Reserva Elite. Ugh. Does anyone have a recommendation. I want balance, timbre, decay and a clear upper end. 
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@jimkiely,

It's more important to isolate or better, decouple your Hydra 6. Treat it like any major component in this regard.
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FWIW, I had a pair of Copperheads on my then Parasound HCA 3500 ss amp and it was too strident. In addition, the Copperheads are super stiff unlike the helix cables.
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I've used Shunyata products for years. Currently have a Hydra 4, 6, 8 V2, & V-Ray. When I replaced my Python Helix ($1k) on the Hydra 6, for a Signal Cable Silver ($169.00), Got more transparent with no downside.

If you want to stay with Shunyata of the same (vintage) cords as your Hydra 6, I think the Taipan Helix used is the sleeper of that line.
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