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Power Cords and Power Conditioner, How to arrange?


For cables, many Audiogoners say power cords will make the most impact in their hifi system. I wonder which power cord is more important, before and after a Shunyata Hydra power conditioner?

Shall I buy a better power cord to connect the mains to power conditioner, and lesser cords after the conditioner?

Or shall I just connect the conditioner to the mains with the same quality wire in the mains, and invest all my money to the power cords after the conditioner?

Any experience and ideas?

Many thanks
zdeng
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lak
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I recommend putting the best power cord on the conditioner.
Trial and error suggests this to me however each system and your location can vary the sound results.
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warrenh
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I find the best power cord should go from power conditioner to source/amp/pre etc. That's what works for these ears, with Audio Magic power conditioning....
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samzx12
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I have found that from the wall to your conditioner is what carries the most sonic signature.
psacanli
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I agree with Warrenh. That is what works for me. Theoretically, let's assume your conditioner is effective. Most power cords degrade power as it passes thru them. Using your best cord after the conditioner should hopefully retain the benefits from the conditioner & may even enhance them, as my MIT cords do for me. Experiment though.
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