Affordable Power Cords

"Cleaneduphippy, I hope you were able to get a free power cord from Virtual Dynamics for your integrated amp. Let us know and what do you think. Thanks!"

Not yet, still waiting to hear back from Virtual Dynamics staff about what US shipping charges will be (I know it's $33CAN) and to give them my mailing address.

Rick, promised me one back on Nov 9 in the following email

" Shipping is 33.00 Candian.
I will send you a link on the cable
https://www.virtualdynamics.ca/content.php?id=169&secondary_id=77
You can also read about the giveaway here: https://
www.virtualdynamics.ca/content.php?id=252
No need to enter as I have already promised you one but just for your info.
Enjoy it! My staff will contact you.
Rick"

Still haven't heard from Virtual Dynamics staff, and I've also send Rick a couple of emails (the latest being this morning), but as of yet, haven't heard anything back from him either.

So, guess I'll have to wait and see what happens, as I think I've done as much as I can do on my end.

Just heard from Rick, apparently a minor communation problem, easily solved. Anyway, cables should be on their way shortly.

How's that VD Power 3 cord working out for you? I had one of the first Power 3 cables that Rick made back in early 2002. I just got in one of these newer generation Power 3 cords and after 50 hours of break-in, I am very impressed. I have it on my vintage Pilot 402 receiver in my bedroom system and it sounds better than anything I've tried on this unit before, including some very expensive name brands.

I got mine from Rick. Thank you very much.

It has some fantastic bass and is very smooth. The dynamics are not the best right now but I guess it needs some breaking in. Does the Power 3 really open up? How long does it require for break-in?

Break-in will probably be anywhere from 150-250 hours. This is just an educated guess based on my personal experience with numerous power cords with adequate dielectric. The dynamics, midrange openness and high-end extension are usually the last things to flesh out. Most power cords go through a one step forward, two steps backward roller coaster ride during their break-in. Also, take note that the Power 3 is a 12-gauge conductor cord. Some power components( i.e. conditioner, amp, etc., which require high current) might prefer a larger conductor cord. Once your Power 3 is broken in, experiment with it on a lower current component like your Cd player, tuner, etc.