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Power Cords

I am considering changing out my stock PCs. I don't want to spend a mint on them though. But I do think that upgrading to an adequate guage and having them in the correct lengths should be an upgrade for my system (MA 6500, Hydra 6, ML Vantages, Marantz BD 7003, Vidikron VL-52, and to come a Cambridge 840C).

I am considering Signal Cables, Zebra Cables, Pangea, PS Audio Jewels, and Element Cables. They are all around $50-$60 each and are within my price range. Also, I am considering just buying some Volex 17604s. They are less than $10 a piece and seem to be highly regarded.

Have any of you used these diffent PCs and can you comment on their sound? I've also thought of Shunyata Diamondbacks. But the cost is at least 2X as much.

Any comments or direction are appreciated.
pokey77
schipo
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work on the room first then after that its your amp and speakers that do all the rest. Thinking that a power cord change will make a difference is in the wrong direction..think about all that wiring in your wall and running back to the power provider.
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tpreaves
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upgrading to an adequate guage
The cords that came with your equipment are of adequate gauge.The mfgr. would not include a cord that couldn't handle the current required for the equipment.There are codes and regulations that govern this.

having them in the correct lengths
You can easily make your stock cables any length you want.

Have any of you used these diffent PCs and can you comment on their sound?
I have to agree with Tvad that at this price range you will not hear much,if any,difference in sound quality.

When I bought my equipment(used) the stock pc's were a little loose so I bought 2 PS Audio Power Punch cables to replace them(PS Audio has replaced the PP with the Jewel,BTW).I was not expecting nor did I hear a difference in the sound but the connectors sure fit good and tight, which is what I wanted.Remember,these are just my opinions,humble as they may be.Good luck in your endeavors.
emil
200 posts
 
changing powercords is not always for the better.

Buy used or make sure there is a retun policy on new cords
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ozzy
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As you improve the quality of your Components the difference betweeen power cords will improve.
Your system appears to be of the beginners nature and will not benefit as much with $$$ power cords.

I agree with Tvad. Put all your money into a quality power cord for your Hydra 6 and then plug all of your items into the that Hydra 6.
ALso, a dedicated line and a quality outlet that the Hydra 6 plugs into will be a plus.
dopogue
1,773 posts
 
Try some Pangea cords, both the AC-9 (real thick) and AC-14 (thick enough). Audio Advisor sells these at dirt-cheap introductory prices with a 30-day moneyback. They're a lot better than their prices indicate. Good luck, Dave
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