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Upgrade Power Cord for FM Tuner

For those still using FM tuners (I stream also), what would you consider the best value in upgraded power cords? While retubing my vintage MD-108 today (original Sovtek to Northern Electric) I was embarrassed to discover that I had never bothered to upgrade the original crappy cord. Nothing over $500, as this unit is quite long in the tooth and may never be replaced when it dies.

hickamore
lewm
14,650 posts
 

D, funny.

motown-l
341 posts
 

I am using an early 80's Luxman analog tuner. I think the only worthwhile upgrades are decent interconnects and a good antenna. 

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thecarpathian
6,087 posts
 

Just buy an inexpensive bigger than 18 gauge cord.

Geez, talk about over thinking something.

pryso
2,055 posts
 

@hickamore, do you have a "better" cord from another component you could install for a trial?  That could be a no cost way to see if you hear any difference.

I haven't done lots of experimenting with AC cables but I'v found three things that can make a difference.  Adequate gauge, quality materials and construction, and shielding.  A range of price points can be matched with those.

 

roadcykler
335 posts
 

Power cords for any component provide no objective difference in sound. Considering that a tuner picks up signals from the air, a power cable will make zero objective difference in the sound. 

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