power cord for electrostatic speaker


Hi folks, I would like to know if you have some suggestions/recommendations regarding the use of special after market power cords for electrostatic speakers (Sound Labs). The power consumption of such speakers is extremely low, so I don't think power cords would have audible (if there is any) impact. What is your opinion? Isn't it a bit ridiculous to spend 2 x US$700 worth of power cords only for electrostatic speakers?

Chris
dazzdax
OK, if it is not a big deal - don't plug them in ........ what can I tell you.
Electrostatic...............electro static. How difficulte can it be???
I have CLS IIZ LE, power cables make zero difference at all. The electronics in the speakers will filter out any noise in the line. Plus, like you said, there is hardly any power traveling thought them anyway.

The human mind is very tricky, if I spent $700 on power cables then, yes I will here a difference. You already think they are going too, thats why you bought them, so you better here a difference. See what I'm saying?

If you are going to, try some Audioquest NRG2 they are about $105 for a 3 foot cable. Much less expensive than the ones you are looking at.
there are two problems or issues with this thread.

first there is a disagreement as to whether electrostatic speakers are line cord sensitive.

second is there is a range of suggestions as to the appropriateness of using a particular line cord.

the above are indicative of threads which are so subjective in nature, that one may question their value and purpose.

i have been admonished that "audiophiles" enjoy exchanging opinions. i guess threads like this serve a purpose, namely the exchange of opinions. the question is, beyond the mere exchange of opinions, what else is accomplished ?
I made up a DIY pair of power cords using Romex solid core wire, and the stock Quad IEC and male receptacle when I had a pair of Quad 63 back in 1988.The stock cords in my mind were much too thin.
I thought they were an improvement, and so did the gentleman who bought my Quads a few years later.
He listened to the stock cords first then asked if he could hear the speakers with the DIY that were on the floor.
He then asked me how much extra for the DIY cables.
I guess he could hear the difference as well.
I used aftermarket power cords on my CLS speakers.
On these I used the Foundation Research LC2, that have filters.
Stats can be RFI,EMI magnets.