Everything matters! Is it cliche? Yes, but true A dedicated line or 2(preferable) with upgraded receptacle(s) are a must to set the foundation. I don't want to comment on specific brands but if not able to have a full loom(Ic's/Speaker cable/Pc's) Keep the same brand of Ic's and all Pc's should be from the same company.
New expensive power cord for amp and no change in sound?
I bought new an expensive(for me) well known and reviewed power cord for my very good amp and plugged it directly onto the wall socket. After a couple of weeks of daily use I hear no change in the sound quality from a $500 cord. I don’t want to name it for fear of getting my thread deleted. You would know it or at least be aware of the company. Did I throw away several thousand dollars? Before I get the snake oil answer I want to let you know that I bought an upgraded cord for my pre as suggested by the pre’s manufacturer and am pleased with the results.
I guess for full disclosure the amp’s manufacturer said don’t bother. But I had had good luck with the pre so I thought it would be a good idea.
Anybody else have this happen to them?
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I don't notice anything specific as sounding different from the two video time marks. What do you hear? Have you tried measuring the difference? I guess it's just me but that's what I'd do because I'm a curious dude. Every time I've been pretty sure I was hearing something, I found I could measure it and come to a better understanding of precisely what I was perceiving. Usually it shows up mainly a subtle shift in frequency response. Not being familiar with that song or your room I'm not picking up on anything. |
@immatthewj extremely bright and fatiguing. I couldn’t tolerate normal volume for more than few songs. My system is smooth and non fatiguing and I can listen for hours. But not with the Alpha NR v2. I had two if these at some point, one on Pass XP-22 preamp and one on Pass XA-30.8 amp and the amp just turned unlistenable. I gave it a full 200hrs and sent it back to Music Direct. I used to own older Taipan and Python Alpha Helix cords and they were open sounding but never bright.
And…no placebo here. I’ve gone thru enough power cables, cheap and expensive , with both good and bad results to know these cables matter. Take it for what it’s worth. My experience. My ears. |
The price tag does not always reflect performance. If this is a major brand cord then more than half of the selling price can be dealer and distributor markup and the rest of the cord could be sourced from major manufacturers such as Belkin or Eaton (who make excellent stuff to begin with). Put it in a fancy package and it's sold as "audiophile". As with everything... there's no shame if you don't hear a difference. |
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