@Ditsua:
What is the current rating on that Crown amp?
Do I need 10 gauge power cord if I have 10 gauge from panel?
I just installed some dedicated circuits with 10 gauge electrical wire. But now I have to consider replacing my amp power cords because they are 14 gauge or higher.
Is this really necessary and any recommendations on quality 10 gauge power cords that I should buy?
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@pennpencil Exactly! If you hear a sound quality improvement by upgrading power cables then proceed as your finances allow. You don’t need to hire an EE to tell you what you hear. |
14 awg is never big enough for an amp. I have seen 10 awg power cords make huge difference in 5 wpc amps. The logic of @johnnycamp5 above is exactly why so many people have undersized power cords for their amps. But I'm ok with that. I've bought 2 excellent amps used and cheap that I concluded were sold because the owners had undersized power cords on them. Jerry |
It’s just physics. If a 4A fuse doesn’t blow during heavy use your likely not exceeding the 15A (14 gauge) power cords current capacity … It may or may not cause you to hear a difference, perhaps at how much voltage sag a particular setup creates, but that’s personal/subjective to each person … @pennpencil good point |
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