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

Sorry to be late to the party. About two decades ago, I replaced the captive zip-cord power cord on my Sony ST-S550 ES tuner with an Audio Sensibility Testament power cord, hard-wired to the unit. The effect was transformative.  The cable now sells for $374 CDN (~$276 USD), less 15% for Montreal Audiofest sale, or about $235 USD.

I only listen to my local NPR station for about 2 hours/week, using a Magnum Dynalab ST-2 FM antenna, $700 interconnects, and some special footers that were under $200. The sound quality is very close to my much more expensive analog and digital front ends. Given that I bought the tuner used for $150 in 1991, I'm well under $1/week for all that musical enjoyment. I wish I could say the same for my DAC and my turntable.

Look for the Audience F3 power cord. They sell for @$160. I have three of them.  They also have the F5 more $, but I never tried them.

All the best.

I don't believe the expensive cords,are so much better..I use 16 ,18 gage wire....I cant hear any difference....