Tornado and Thunder Power Cables

Rotel amps are definitely not one that is recommended for 2 channel listening

Preamp- Marantz AV8805: $4500
Power amp(2 channel)- Rotel RB1590: $3700
Power amp(5 channel)- Rotel RMB1585: $3700

I’m a little bit confused ? What am I missing here? The OP got $11,900 worth of gear and his gear is NOT recommended for 2 channel listening!? We all should be so lucky!

I say go for exactly what you want - the Audio Quest Thunder at around $900 each is perfectly reasonably priced - for YOUR budget. And do NOT believe the naysayers that say there will be no improvement in sound quality. You will get quieter and blacker backgrounds and better and less fatiguing sound coming from your speakers.

Also, I think it maybe a good idea using all Audio Quest PC’s as they will have the same sound signature and blend in well with each other, especially if you are planning to get a Audio Quest conditioner at a later date.

And one more thing, don’t stop with other upgrades and tweaks. Damping, IC's, speaker wire and fuses to name a few.

Sheesh! What a tough crowd!

As an electrical engineer I always wonder about the choices people make in searching for better sound. 

I will state that the power supply is where the magic begins. 

A robust well designed PS is key. 

Most quality equipment has that. 

What happens before the power supply is moot. 

If this was the case,  why not replace the wires from the outlet receptical to the fuss box?

Then back from there? 

There is no downside from upgrading a power cable,  more secure connection and getting the perfect length but don't expect it to affect the sound quality. 

Invest your money into good speakers first.  Then a good source Then compatible equipment in between. 

Room acoustics and maybe room correction software. 

Just my 2cents.

As an electrical engineer I always wonder about the choices people make in searching for better sound.

Have you tried using a better PC than the supplied stock cable?
Room correction software does work but many software packages not only color but degrade the sound quality also. Just my 2 cents.

yogi42:  I use Cullen power cables in 2 AV systems and 1 two ch. system.  I have his speaker cables in my 2 channel system, too.  Highly recommended!

Hello,
This is something I am familiar with. If this is just for home theater then please do not go to this level of power cord. Their is so much sound manipulation via the DSP in the Marantz. I would ask the group here to help you find a good quality cable at a modest price. I did upgrade my cable on my marantz