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Upgrading power cable to AQ Niagara 5000?

I have an Audioquest Niagara 5000 - and have found it to be very good.  I am curious - since the unit is highly effective at noise reduction - would it really benefit to have an upgraded power cable serving it? Isn’t that the idea behind upgraded power cords - they’re better at filtering and/or not adding noise.  But, if the Niagara is doing that, any difference from an upgraded cord?

I know I should audition for myself but I no longer live near a dealer who can help me with those auditions so I’d have to buy and return - a hassle for me - and for the dealer.

Thoughts?
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mgrif104
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ozzy
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I have a 20A Audioquest Hurricane for sale now on Audiogon. Perfect for the Niagara.

ozzy
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jafant
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mgrif104

Tornado is a good place to start. Hurricane is even better.
I auditioned both PC on a Niagara 7000 connected to AYRE gear.

Happy Listening!
rshad0000
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I second the Hurricane for the Niagara 5000.   Provided a really deep soundstage in my system as well as added a little warmth.
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arafiq
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If you have a choice between adding a dedicated line vs spending more on a high end power conditioner, which option will provide more tangible and easily discernible improvements? I understand that the right answer might be to do both. But let’s say you have to pick one, which one do you think will offer more bang for your buck?
bargie
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Based on my experience with both a dedicated line and a Niagara 5000, I'd recommend the 5000.  I noticed no difference in sound quality after installing a dedicated line.  However, including other tweaks I've made, I'd say the effects are cumulative and beneficial, but nothing compares to the 5000, which provided instant gratification.  The 5000 I borrowed was completely burnt in, but I found it sounded its best, after being turned on for 48 hours.  I recommend the 5000.

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