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DIY Power Cables Instead of Used

Good Day All,
     I'm hoping to gain from the benefit of your experiences comparing power cables, or your knowledge from extensive reading.  I'm leaning heavily toward DIY at this point, but am always open to overachieving reasonably priced new from authorized U.S. distribution or European channels.  Though I was originally very big on shopping mid to high end pre-owned power cables, I am no longer entertaining the used market for this purchase.
     I ask that you please share what your observations of a brand/model are, rather than just throw a brand name out and say you recommend it.  Any help you could provide is greatly appreciated.  I'm seeking to upgrade the power chords on all of my components and am already working on installing direct circuits from the service panel, with audio grade receptacles.
     Thanks ...

sfcfran
sfcfran OP
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tecknik...I've started some reading on Furutech cables and thus far looks quite impressive!   I've noticed posts in the past on their receptacles and already going with Furutech for that. Thinking it through, selling really isn't a concern if I get the right product.  I began handling my system as an evolution about 3 years ago.  The coming year should see the end of that as a 4 year revamp of what was a 15 year old system when I started.  Afterwards, a slow....perhaps 10 year cycle of upgrading piece by piece.  Oxidation aside, certain things I should not need to replace/sell if I initially get it right though....ie, power chords.

Thanks for your input!
tecknik
481 posts
 
The Furutech FP S55N is a limited addition and is mostly sold out in the US and the DSP4 ( Not FPN4 , I was wrong) is like I said expensive. The TC series of cables would be good BUT whatever you do get the FI 50 NSF connectors they are more important then the cable. 

I had the Shunyata Sigmas,Alpha Nr and KC and after reading several post on Whatsbestforum where guys have sold off there Shunyata cables and replaced them with the Furutech' I tried them and sold mine as well. There that good.

The difference between the Shunyata and Furutech is in the layering of instruments and holographic soundstage with the Furutechs. The tonal balance, transparency, bass is the same. 
sfcfran OP
105 posts
 
Technik ... you’re getting me excited here. … I’m a detail guy. Everything is important, but the first thing that captures my attention is hearing the detail, separation, layering. What then draws me in is focused placement of acoustics in a 3d soundstage,,,then I’m looking for the rest, until I’m in a euphoric dazed state on the recliner, soaking it all in. I’ll be reading heavily on your recommendations in the coming day or two...and once again...thank you!
>>> Rich
tecknik
481 posts
 
The cables well take 600 hrs to burn in but the Fi 50 NSF is closer to 700 hours, be patient and enjoy the burn in.
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zavato
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A few thoughts- you can make very good DIY power cords. I like shielded cable, and I use good quality plugs. Finish it off with some tech flex and shrink-wrap, and you have a nice power cord. You will save money but as already noted, resale value is zero. 

I've bought raw and remade Supra cable. I like the Supra cable, but I was underwhelmed with the ready made cable's termination quality. 

One cable I've found and like quite a bit is Cullen Cable Crossover series. Well priced and very good quality. 
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