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TV power cords; Money well spent, or money wasted?

Hi Folks,

First, A happy, healthy, and abundant New Years to all (where abundant = any tangible, or intangible, that you either need, or desire).

I just purchased a new Sony Z5100 TV:
Bravia 3 engine (whatever that is)
240hz refresh
10 bit panel
TV is networked
Sony N460 Blu-ray

Shunyata SR-Z1 outlet-->Audience au24 "e" pc-->PS Audio Quintet.

My questions: Would it be qualitatively beneficial to upgrade from the TV's stock pc? If yes, have you any suggestions for an appropriately priced pc for the setup that I currently have.

As always, any and all input is appreciated.
Gary
neutron
neutron OP
28 posts
 
Please feel free to forward the bill to Sony, for their inherent lack of trust in the integrity of their own products and/or for the explicit or implied belief in the incompetency of their customer base.

Good point bringing up conditions of the Warranty. I agree, It should always be a consideration Thanks.

I think, like all of us in this strangely rewarding hobby, that I'll take my chances and tweak a bit.

Thanks,
Gary
danlib1
819 posts
 
Swapping out the cord will in no way harm the set. On my Panasonic panel, I can see an improvement in image smoothness when using an upgraded cord- nothing fancy- just a more robust cord. Even my wife sees it, so I left it in.
dtsag
119 posts
 
Neutron,

Smart choice to use the PSA Quintet. Both your audio and video performance should be improved. Since your TV is connected to the Quintet, you should be able to see an improvement in video quality with the use of a GOOD power cord. One suggestion is the Harmonic Tech Pro AC-11. It is well worth the price especially in the used market.

By the way, put your amp thru the Quintet as well, on its own zone. The performance of your amp will improve.

Enjoy.
hifitime
715 posts
 
My Sony XBR flat panel didn't come with any rabbit ears or 99¢loop antenna to modify.Maybe its time for them to upgrade the warranty info.
buconero117
2,311 posts
 
Wasted, unless the cord is defective.
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