Cost effective power cables recommendations, low and high power

@ghdprentice

"Also, and for the life of me, I do not know why… but the character of an interconnect tends to be the same as the character of a power cord. Why they would sound similar is completely beyond me. This is just a casual observation by me. Perhaps others have different experiences."

You are not hallucinating. I’ve made similar observations. When "better stuff" is inserted into the musical and/or power path, my experience is that in many cases the sonic benefits are strikingly similar to other items that have a completely different "job description".

@troidelover1499 

When I hear the phrase: "Don't want to spend alot of money", my translation is: "not yet convinced, and don't want to overcommit."  

You're getting many expert opinions from people on this forum who really know their stuff.  I would only add to this that you should take the time to audition cables in a price range above what you're currently expecting to spend.  Its a good way to validate the performance of the cables in your price range -- or you might find the sonic improvements are well worth the investment.  And, yes, consider upgrading the wall outlet(s). 

Zavfino make several good power cords at various price points with very good reviews. Sometimes available on the used market.

I second (third?) Zavfino. Made in Canada, several price tiers available. 

If you are in US, you can buy direct: 

They also pop used at even better prices in sites like here and USAM

OP,

Thanks for the equipment list.

I have to agree with @waytoomuchstuff. Best try some… even if you think they are out of your price range… then judge on their performance. It would be too easy to buy too cheap and confirm they don’t make a difference.

If you try a range and hear no difference you can dismiss the expensive ones.

The great thing about wires is that once you have invested in your components, you can make them sound much better with smaller incrementally investments… typically 10 - 20%. But of course your equipment has to be of a certain level and choosing the right cables that match your system is important.