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Looking at sub $200 power cables.

I’d like to upgrade my power cables if I can see a benefit at the $200ish and under price point in my setup:
-Yamaha 1060 AVR (used as preamp)
-Parasound A23 Halo
-Bluesound Node 2
-Furman 15i PC

I already have some decent interconnects and speaker wire so the power cords are the next place I can tweek. I’ve been reading a lot and it seems I would get my best results starting with my AVR. How important is it to swap the PC out for the Furman to the wall? I’ve been eyeballing some decent deals on Shunyata Venom 3 PCs. I can get 3 of them for around $320. How does the new Shunyata Venom 14 compare?

Is this a waste of money in my system? Should I skip the Node? I understand it’s subjective but appreciate any input.

Thanks.
asahitoro
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nonoise
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Check out Ice Age Audio power cords: they're well within you budget.
Also, for a bit more there's Cullen Cable. I have the Cullen Cables PC and it's good but I've not tried the Ice Age product but they've gotten some really good reviews.

All the best,
Nonoise
asahitoro OP
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Thanks,

How important is it for me to go with 9ga over 14ga on my amp, AVR and Furman? As for my AVR, I'm only using it's amps for HT duty.
respected_ent
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Voodoo Mojo power cord is really good.  Highly recommended. 
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nonoise
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I noticed a big improvement going to at least a 10ga on my amp, from a 14ga. Others have said it shouldn't make a difference so see if there is a return policy on whatever you buy, in case you don't hear a difference. 

All the best,
Nonoise

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toddverrone
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i also noticed a big improvement going up to 10 gauge PCs on my amps and power box.  the furman might be best served with the beefiest cord you can afford if everything else is plugged into it.

but fat cords on amps are where it's at.  particularly high power amps.
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