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Audio cables ,and power cords the most forgotton- part of an Audio system.

I have been in Audio for over 35 years and owned and operated a  Audio store as well as buy just from the A list ,which does not guarantee system synergy.
I have tried   inexpensive cables like blue jeans  that is fine for a entry level system. 
If you have electronics $5k and up and 5 figure Loudspeakers then to get ultimate resolution 
You have to spend some money's on cables.my last cables 2pr interconnects  and a pr of 6ft Speaker cables 
I had, Silnotes, Analysis plus  even more expensive Synergistic research.  Decent but not the realism I was after.
To get to that last5-  10% + in fine detail and resolution you have to spend. I was stubborn but really 25% for example.Of your total cost is not that much. When you see just how much refinement and fidelity 
You may be missing .My brother brought over his Verastarr power cord over to try on my digital 
Which is most sensitive,  I had a $600 Kimber power cord, his grand illusion cord made the music so much more real,there are other very good cables but these are one of the best I have ever heard without breaking the bank. . Is that worth over $1k ?  I did the same with interconnects and speaker cables 
I spent $6k  and still have s few power cords to go. One thing my system as a whole is a minimum of 10% better. And  a you are there on any decent recording.   Fine tuning with Duelund capacitors
Bypass and coupling caps are next and final step in tweaking the system and a bit over priced. and these may be equal to or better  in added tonal balance and depth. 
This just proves having the best speakers or electronics is only half the battle.
You are only as strong as your weakest link .
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audioman58 OP
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I havd had the Duelund cables pretty decent but not in the same league .I have done direct testing several others arrested to .The best measuring tool is your ears .I have had many variations .
If you choose to not try other cables for whatever read on 
That's on you . Many times people knock what they don't understand or out of added expense. .I have forgotten more then most if you will ever knowmsnd uour snide immature remarks.That is all I will say on this matter !!
mward
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I just started replacing stock power cords this week so I’m glad this topic showed up.   I’ve heard nice improvements with interconnects in the past, not so much with speaker cable, and I always stayed away from power cords thinking it was total  snake oil.   Then I read some audio forum posts saying power cords were the most important of all the cords you could replace and it turned out to be true.   I’m trying the Wireworld AC cords.  For the cost of one large component upgrade, I was able to take all of my components to a higher level.   Really pleased with the results and surprised I went so long without trying it.   
teo_audio
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Human hearing is unique to the individual who possesses it.

We name things the same but we each literally see, feel and hear things individually and differently.

Similarities? Yes.

Exactness? No.

Thus, recommendations are that, and just that. Nothing more. Universality in these matters simply cannot exist.
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jafant
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Thanks! for sharing your listening experience- audioman58.
30 years and counting in this hobby for me as well. I love cables/cords and its effect on one's system. IME, this is the forgotten component. Get it right and you will be musically rewarded. Fine tuning is required.
Happy Listening!
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Jafant thanks for sharing that , some people feel minimal spending on cables 
is all that is needed ,any more monies a waste,not true  ,but I cannot advocate 
a $15k pair of 6 ft Speaker cables either my limits are  $1500 per cable 
capacitors are another taboo thing many donot understand I have spent 20years 
comparing and documenting runin Times ,combinations and the elimination 
of all Electrolytic caps in a Loudspeakers Xover ,to this day some companies still 
do . Duelund capacitors Top cast,and Hybrid are without peer. Very expensive that is why 10% Duelund with a qualifying matching brand Clarity,or Mundorf  a good example .the New Duelund Jam caps are a tremendous cap and bargain for a Duelund Cap built   Like a cast except for paper housing which is better.
enough of my testing .many ways to improve your system .i am always available 
to help others if they ask. Tip of the day ,buy 99% isopropyl alcohol to clean all 
contats including tube pins AC connectors and everything else, Buy Stabilant 22
it is by far the best contact enhancer  use on everything a thin coat and lasts for over 10 years . NASA has been using this for over a decade .my tubes sounds better for sure as well as whole system. Go to Stabilant website and read the masses of applications and clients. Happy listening !!
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