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Opinions: PC's with strong lows roll off the highs

In the past months I've been trying quite a few different power cords in my setup. A fellow Agoner that is very knowledgeable about power cords stated that power cords that support strong low end performance generally roll off the highs. More and more, that experience seems consistent with me too. I'd sure like to find a reasonably priced cord (closer to $500) that can support powerful low end performance and maintain extended highs. Do you have an opinion on this based on your experiences? We know this is all system dependent, but have you found a power cord that can perform both frequency extremes with no roll off?
foster_9
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dave_b
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Ah yes, I remember trying out power cords.....someday you will try or experience the Transparent MM and your soul will be moved:)
sherod
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Dave_b,

Have you tried the Transparent MM cord on anything other than Krell with as good results?
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dave_b
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Yes, an ARC HD220, ARC Ref3 and an ARC VT100. I also used the previous XL version on Levinson reference gear with great results albeit a little less clear. The new cord has great clarity along with the Transparent wide dynamic range and tremendous frequency extension. Most startling is it's way with instrumental tone or timbre...absolutely lifelike at any volume level!!
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dave_b
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FYI, I thought my system was slightly rolled off with my Transparent PC's but after using Mapleshade Heavyhats and heavyfeat along with my MIT Z 3 HG power conditioner...well, hello definition!!
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audphile1
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this is going to be tough. You may want to consider trying to combine different power cords with different strengths within your system, in order to srike the optimum balance and get the sonics you want.
Have you tried any of the recent Shunyata Helix cords?
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