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Power Cables - Stock vs. Budget

Considering upgrading my stock power cords, but my budget is limited to the $150 - $175 range (4' minimum) per cord. At that price level, will I notice any real discernable difference?  Any recommendations? Thanks in advance!

gnoworyta
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twoleftears
5,320 posts
 

Cullen or Audio Envy.

kota1
2,706 posts
 

I would upgrade the wall socket first, get a power conditioner second, and get power cables last. For wall sockets you can check Pangea or Synergistic Research. 

soix
10,175 posts
 

+1 @twoleftears then a good power conditioner.  I bought a used Audience AR1p and a Wiremold power strip that now powers my whole system on the cheap.  Then worry about outlets.  Here’s a great comparison of top outlets — I personally like the Maestro, but choose for your own tastes/preferences…

https://www.enjoythemusic.com/magazine/equipment/0114/audiophile_ac_outlets.htm

mceljo
1,357 posts
 

I found Waudio that's available on Amazon for about $50 to make a significant audible difference for my Pathos Classic One MkIII.  I didn't not detect any audible difference with one on my power conditioner or DAC.  Worth a try for $50.

jl35
4,173 posts
 

Audience Forte F3 and lower end Transparent Audio, I use 3 of the Audience, and 2 Transparents and both are excellent, low cost, and maintain high resale value...

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