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Digital power cord for tube amp?

Is there any reason NOT to use a heavy gauge digital power cord on a tube amp? If so, can you explain in layman's terms?

I have a Dynamic Design Spirit AE and it seems pretty hefty. Was considering trying on my tube amp, but I have monoblocs, so considering getting a second.  

Thanks

rivendell1
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kr4
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In layman's terms, there is no such thing as digital power cord, heavy duty or otherwise.  Power cords convey AC (60Hz sine-wave and analog).

soix
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IMO, better to just focus on the sonic properties you’re looking for more than size, especially for lower power level components. 

sns
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Well some pc like my Shunyata Python VX contain FeSi for noise reduction. Just for kicks some years ago tried on preamp, not good. I assume all digital pc would have added shielding, may result in overly damped, darkened, veiled sound quality when used with non-digital equipment.

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It will work fine if it can handle the requisite amperage.

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