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Need quality flexible power cord for CD player....

Howdy All,

I have a good sounding system consisting of Quad 99 CDP cd player connected directly to a pair of Channel Islands VMB-1 mono-block amplifiers via the Quad's varible output. Speakers are Reference 3A mm DeCapos on sand/shot filled Sound Organization stands. Currently I use the highly regarded Audience PowerChord on the CD player, but it is a bit too stiff in the long strain relief area and it is difficult to use it with the light weight Quad on my narrow rack.

Cound someone recommend a good flexible power Cord that works well with digital front ends and is reasonably affordable? I would prefer to spend $100 or less (new or used) for a 3 ft. cable, but could spring for a bit more, if necessary.

Please don't turn this into a Power Cord/Snake Oil argument. I'm going to spend some money, so please, recommendations only and DIY is OK as long as it is an easy to construct kit or design.

Enjoy,

TIC
reubent
talon4
185 posts
 
I'd recommend the Shunyata Black Mamba-original version. I've seen it on AG for about $350 used (was $750 new). It works well for noise reduction and helps lower the noise floor. It especially works well with digital. Stan
reubent OP
7,054 posts
 
Ezside,

Was that the $40 Soundstring low power cable? If so, it is the same one that I bought. I'm very impressed with the sound. I can't believe how unimpressive looking it is, but the sound does not match the look.

Enjoy,

TIC
ezside
31 posts
 
Reubent,

Yup, it's the same. Probably 80% of my music goes through that DAC, so I was quite willing to toss the PC if it didn't perform and just looking at it I really thought to be out $40. In fact, I almost didn't plug it in at all but now I consider it to be a _major_ bargain (up there with the DAC itself).
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