Power Cords


I currently have Wireworld Silver Electra power cords with upgraded Platinum plugs. I had two 1M Wireworld Platinum power cords, but rearranged my system and required longer cords. Yesterday I borrowed two Shunyata Sigma NR power cords. On the first note my wife softly said, "that sounds better". She said it was clearer. I listened for a couple hours, changing the power cords a couple of times. In my system and to my ears this is my conclusion:
The Sigma's are cleaner, definitely has more bass, a dead silent and completely black background. The Wireworld cords are more detailed, with a wider soundstage and better spacing/separation of instruments. All things considered I'll keep my Wireworld, but I'm curious to listen to other power cords.
After inserting the Sigma's I just don't understand how anyone that listened to different power cords could conclude that they can't hear a difference. There is a difference, but like any other component the individual has to decide if the change is worth it. $6K for two power cords is relatively expensive. Expensive, but oddly maybe a good value? In my system there was a definite improvement with better bass impact and articulation. Would spending $6K or just changing amplifiers yield similar results? As with most components there are trade-offs...is there a power cord out there that has the benefits of the Sigma's and Wireworld Silver Electra's? If so, at what cost?  
ricred1
@ricred1 Looking forward to hearing your thoughts. I am contemplating the new Storm series power cords as well to connect to my Niagra 1000. Wonder how it compares to an Acoustic Zen Gargantua II... 
freesole,

My dealer told me today, "he doesn't have a ship date for the source power cord." I'll be sure to post my thoughts, but remember there are no absolutes in audio, only preferences. I've become a strong advocate of listening with your owns ears, with your own equipment to determine if a component is to your liking. No matter if I prefer it or not, only your ears count.  

Sweet dreams, EBM... Do not let us obsessive audiofools disturb you *Grins!*


Meantime, I have been using a full loom of Cardas cables for several months.... The newest Clear Beyond XL power cords on Rowland M925 monos, M525 bridged, and Esoteric X-01 as transport.... original Clear Beyond on Rowland PSU power supply feeding the Aeris DAC, Clear digital IC, and Clear Reflection for XLR ICs and speaker wires..... This loom is the most musically satisfying that I ever experienced in my system.... Whether we talk about overall harmonic and low level resolution, macro and micro dynamics, spatiality and imaging, transparency, evenness of frequency response across the spectrum, authority, and so sweet with superb control of intermodulation.... I am incredibly picky.... But this Cardas loom is a real musical winner and a total keeper.


Saluti, Guido





    

G.,

I've learned to ignore some Audiogon members. I submit you have to be a real fool to continue to read something you find so boring it makes you sleepy.

I'm glad you find the latest Cardas to your liking. I'm very happy where I am and have no desire to change anything at this time.