Do I need higher quality power cords?


  • I have an expensive Isotek Orion Power line Conditioner connected with an Isotek Elite Power cord. It has plug-ins for five power cords. Considering this, would I further benefit from higher quality power cords for my components other than the stock ones that came with them?
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I ordered bottom of the line on sale Morrow power cables for my mono blocks.  Pretty expensive for bottom of the line.  Should be better than the stock cables though.
 I’ll see (or hear) how they turn out. 
Hi RV, I'm glad you have taken the plunge and hope you notice as I did how a power cable can help us to get that bit closer.
Jim.
If you are looking for a bargain, take a look at Ice Age Audio. It's a father and son team offering copper, silver and carbon options, as well as deep freeze. I put the copper/copper on my SACD player resulting in better sound with just a bit of much needed additional warmth. The carbon impressed with quiet control and balance. Very reasonably priced.
Rvpiano, I would be delinquent if I didn't share this. While I respect Morrow products and have their 2nd most expensive powercord on my preamp, I tried one of their mid-level cords and it now resides in the garage. It could not compete with Ice Age and their options of copper, silver and carbon allow you to consider which would be best for a particular piece of equipment. During the past 2 years, I have tried out about 15 powercords, they can make a huge difference for better or worse. 
Try a very simple PC from MIT in a variety of of locations for your equipment.  An Oracle AC3. You will have your answer. Trust your ears and musical sensitivity.