Do I need higher quality power cords?

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. 

An article I read claimed that the most important power cord replacement is with the source, not the amps. What is your opinion on this?

rrochelle,

Which Ice Age option do you prefer?