I was under the impression that Pass doesn’t recommend different power cords for their amps than the ones they provide?
New Pass amp X250.8
Just a quick shout out to all. Just received the AMP of my dreams (not checkbook ones though) The rest of my system is terminated with middle of the road and aftermarket Power Cords. Cullen Crossover 2, Wire world Electra solid OCC core, and Anti-Cables 3 I believe. Very nice system, even nicer now! Will probably never spend more than $400 for a one meter cable (that all the length I need) It will terminate into a dedicated 20 amp circuit with 15 amp receptacle, another words a standard plug. System is somewhat neutral, to somewhat mildly warm. I had tried the OCC type as someone told me it was a better cable design????? (Wireworld Electra) I'm really happy with most ewverything, just needing to finish the new Amp with a Good cable. You guys have helped me several times in the past, Thanks, Robert TN
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@stereo5 a very common and incorrect impression based on the misinterpreted statement from a Pass Labs component manual. Putting this to bed.
In my experience, Pass Labs amps and preamps react to power cord changes exactly the same way as most other components do provided your system possesses the necessary resolving power, your room acoustics are up to the task and your ears are trained to hear these changes. |
@audphile1 , good to know,thanks! |
Thanks to all for your help. First I believe the suggestions for burn in are spot on, it will take me a while to achieve those numbers!! For those that are interested, I listen to strictly R&R, about 90db, via steaming with Qobuz and CD's. Pass X250.8, Benchmark LA-4 line amp, Project Rs2T transport, LTA LPS for Transport, Meitner MA-1 V2 DAC , Tekton DI upgraded, SVS SB 4000 sub, most cables Blue jeans, nothing REAL high end. Acoustics in my large shop are wonderful, just lucky there!! speakers are about 12' apart listening distance about 15' GREAT SOUNDSTAGE. Only about 125 hrs on AMP so far. Thanks again to all. I appreciate the education!!! Robert TN |
Very happy with WyWires Platinum Juice II HC. Used is double what you’re looking to spend, so look at the Silver Juice II HC. Not to the level of the Platinum Series but it’s still a great cable and with Alex’s 40% sale you can probably buy a new cord. I started with the Juice II, then Juice II HC, then Platinum II HC on my X250. The HC is the high current version which you’ll want on your Pass. What I heard going from the stock cord, lower/medium Shunyata’s, Kimber’s, and few others is more open or extended, wider/deeper stage due to a lower noice floor. Really opens up the Pass and adds some lower slam on my Wilsons. They pop up on the used market but often move fast so if one shows up you might need to move fast. Great cables. |
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