In search of a touch of darkness


I am looking for a power cable for my DAC.

Would like a slightly dark sounding Power Cord with rich midrange and tonal density.

Price range 500-850.

Must be flexible.

Any suggestions?

mpomerantz

Useless.  Don't know what else to say.  Just looking for others experiences with power cords as I have no plans to rebuild my house or electrical system. There are so many ways to address a problem; there is no need for it to become a personal mission.  The moderators should revoke his access

Actually I think he right on and one interesting member of this forum.  Tons of experience with tons of equipment.  

If there is any flexibility in your flexible request, I would say early Elrods. Only cable I personally know of that will do what you ask.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I'm not sure what the OP is looking for, but I was able to achieve adjustments in the sonic qualities indicated using changes in tubes, and more important, careful measurement, positioning, and room treatment.

I am guessing that “dark” means to reduce the noise floor. By doing that, you improve the midrange and treble… and reveal more details.

You want a well insulated power cord… and if you don’t have them direct lines. There are some missing posts. But installing direct lines may cost a $1K or a bit more, but well worth it and does the same. You want both. A direct line for components / power conditioner and a separate one for your amp.

 

I would look at a Cardas Reflection power cord. 
 

I would need to know the rest of your equipment and venue to say much more. This is a very generic recommendation based on little info. There is a place under your user ID to photos and I’d your components. This is really helpful. And once done, you don’t have to keep repeating it.