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Power Cord for Accuphase Amplifier

I have a new Accuphase P-4600 amplifier and am looking for a power cord to replace the stock. So far I’ve tried the Cullen Crossfire and the IceAge OFC Frankencable. While both cables have worked well on my source components they have not performed better than the stock on the amplifier. So to those who have Accuphase amplifiers what power cable has worked for you?
 

As I mentioned in other threads Accuphase strongly recommends that you use only the stock cord and so far that has been the best. The. other two have resulted in a darker sound with less soundscape openness. 
 

I’ve been trying to stay under $500 for the cord but would be willing to go a little higher if it improves the amps performance. 

jfrmusic
macg19
916 posts
 

The most likely reason they recommend staying with the supplied PC is liability. The system has been tested / certified with that PC, and no others.

The only time I've heard a really noticeable improvement in power cables is adding a used 20 amp Voodoo Infinity to my T+A integrated. Half price at $575. 

Either use thecableco.com or buy used and resell if you don't like it. 

dill
2,527 posts
 

"The most likely reason they recommend staying with the supplied PC is liability. The system has been tested / certified with that PC, and no others."

- That is correct, when I was in the business, years ago I sold high end electronics and after market power cords where only being produced by a couple dozen providers. We had this exact conversation back then. The three electronic companies I represented all provided UL approved cords only. It had to say that on the cord for the companies protection.

megabyte
96 posts
 

I bought a voodoo black magic PC for $325. Can’t hear a difference. But it looks cool so why not, kept it. 🤷🏻‍♂️

jfrmusic OP
271 posts
 

Actually Accuphase documentation is pretty strongly worded. It has a Warning that states use of aftermarket power cords are Prohibited. 

macg19
916 posts
 

,,,aftermarket power cords are Prohibited.

Yet you are soliciting advice about aftermarket power cords. Expect a visit from the Japanese electronics police as soon as you plug one in😨

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