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New expensive power cord for amp and no change in sound?

I bought new an expensive(for me) well known and reviewed power cord for my very good amp and plugged it directly onto the wall socket. After a couple of weeks of daily use I hear no change in the sound quality from a $500 cord. I don’t want to name it for fear of getting my thread deleted. You would know it or at least be aware of the company. Did I throw away several thousand dollars? Before I get the snake oil answer I want to let you know that I bought an upgraded cord for my pre as suggested by the pre’s manufacturer and am pleased with the results.

I guess for full disclosure the amp’s manufacturer said don’t bother. But I had had good luck with the pre so I thought it would be a good idea.

Anybody else have this happen to them?

roxy1927

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secretguy
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I'm shocked. Shocked, I tell ya.

secretguy
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If you deem a $500 power cord , it's pretty safe to say your system is fairly entry level

It's safe to say you have a warped sense of priorities.

secretguy
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cyackulic

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Expensive Cables, Wires, and Power Cords to make a huge difference on your wallet and that can affect your listening experience. Because you spent so much money you're going to hear things you never heard before. Like your brain telling you you should have never spent that much money on snake oil. Joke joke joke. I don't put a lot of stock in it. I bought some great wires and cables etc and I've had some really cheap ones.. The problem with the cheap ones is the build quality. Of course you never go for the cheapest stuff ever. Put yourself a reasonable spending limit on them and spend within your budget. I mean you should really consider it when you're buying a system that you know you're going to need cables, wires and etc etc. These are just accessories and there's a difference between the good and the bed and the ugly. The good is half decent Brands at good price. The bad is the Rock bottom cheap ones that don't have the best wiring or connections. The ugly is the overpriced ones that try to sell you something that is snake oil. Be a smart, educated buyer. Just cuz you're eating a steak. Doesn't mean you need a gold fork.

 

Take your coomon sense and get out!

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