What's a good power cord for conrad-johnson CT5?

Sherod,

I have returned to the Shunyata Taipan Helix. I have not had a chance to try the many interesting suggestions on this forum. The PS Audio statement lacked the soundstage I was looking for. Virtually all of the "forward" and somewhat "harsh" sound I was getting has disappeared after more rigorous break-in of the preamp. I have a Python CX, but I can't really audition it on the preamp because, once I remove it from the DAC...all bets are off.

I wish more people locally in St. Louis stocked decent power cables for audition. The whole shipping thing is a hassle and I hate returning things that way. As I'm sure you know, some cable brands are more easily "flipped" than others.

It doesn't surprise me that you went back to the Taipan Helix. I really really liked it on my VK5i I used to have. Like you said it just opens up the soundstage.

Hi Vhiner!
I use Virtual Dynamis Master Series 3 on my CT5 with good results. Sound is more fleshy and bass more powerful and distinct but still more natural than my previous Transparent Reference PC.
Unfortunately, according to their homepage, many of their PC:s are out of production to my disapointment. I would like to purchase some more. Their concept of separate insulated conductors for live/neutral/earth makes the whole difference I believe. It also makes their PC:s more stiff and difficult to handle, especially connected to light weight components. But it´s doable cause you can bend cables to any angle.

Clabe,

I've never heard Virtual Dynamic cords but I've seen that they look like iron bars...if they won't pull by Hydra down, I'll check them out.

The kubala sosna emotion would be short list to be included there.
Its smooth and detailed & also very involving.