Gallaine- I'm running a custom tube pre-amp and the FIM Gold is the best in my system. The FIM Silver is less expensive and only the Gold series performed better. The cost on these will probably be higher than your preferred budget. However, if you get a chance to audition them, don't pass it up. They are truly exceptional. For a more budget power cord, watch the ads for a Coincident pc. Very good for the money and it only lists for about 275 new, as I recall. Good luck.