Affordable Power Cords

Another way to make even modest up-graded cables sound better is by adding a good receptacle, such as
http://cls.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?powrcond&1195691123 the ones Albert sells here on A'gon. They will make a difference, and providing you can install them yourself, there will be minimal impact to most budgets.
I also agree with other posters on Signal Cable. My findings were similar. For better refinement, especially on a budget power cable, you might want to try this company http://www.ultimatecables.com/zencart/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=66_67_68&products_id=186
They are a silver/copper hybrid, cryo-treated cable and are priced nicely. I believe $85(CDN) for five feet.
Decent pc at real earth prices can be found.

Consider the DIY route. See Parts Express for an easy to follow procedure (plus the necessary parts).

The most affordable is the one the factory provides.

Audioparts Inc is having a sale on this site on the Audio One Reference. I had ordered two previously to try on a pair of Stratos monos and am very pleased. I had tried Shunyata Snakebites, Zu Gede, and LAT International AC-2, and actualy preferred the stock PCs. Just my opinion, but I think the Audio One Reference is a good PC, period. Now, add in the $89.00 sale price and I am very happy (for a change).

Here you go(Bob Crump's power cord):

http://www.audiotweaks.com/diy/bobcrump_pc/page01.htm

Do a search on AA..it's a very good cord. Used cryo'd cable & terminations for an additional step up. Easy to make & inexpensive.

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