audiphile power cords

The problem is that there is a very good chance that the power cord will be dumped in favor of another.

Wow, I really did not expect that as a response. In that case why supply a power cord at all with the amp? Speaker don’t come with speaker cables. Heck, why supply tubes, those will most likely be dumped too.

Regarding the mark up, I did some research and in general I would agree, it would be difficult put together a cable for less than $100. However, there are medical grade power cords available for about 20 to 25$ from brands such as Volex or Qualtek. However, they are only available in 14AWG to 18AWG with 15amp IEC connectors. 12AWG comes with 20amp connector. So for most audio components to you would be stuck with 14AWG. So it would appear that cables such as the Venom 3 probably do over a good value.

06-06-14: Atmasphere
Regarding the readings that Shunyata had in that article, I think it would be very interesting to test some common cords on there, like certain models of Belden. I think that heavy gauge is usually a good place to start- install some decent connectors and you are usually well on your way. However if you think about it, just doing that and selling it at a normal markup will result in a power cord that costs at least $150.00- maybe more like $200...

As a point of reference, Signal Cable offers 10 gauge cords in a six foot length for $83. They also offer a double-shielded 12 gauge cord intended for use with digital components in a six foot length for $124. Shorter lengths are also available, at lower prices. Descriptions are provided here (click the "more info" links).

FWIW, I have used both with excellent results, as have several other members here in whose ears I trust.

Best regards,
-- Al

Bojack, THE 60s??!! Really!! So nothing has changed in 50 years.

Bojack, I bet you were the old guy ahead of me in the 5 items or less checkout writing a personal check for 1 item of Geritol??

There's really no debate, just try it for yourself. Easy enough ...

Thankyou Tls49 for the correction, I must say though, The Cobalt with top Oyaide IEC and Plug sounds very good on my system, I am Happy with the performance of this power cord, In the world of High-end power cords, That is Rare for me.

Very good post Ralph, interesting to say the least, Oh, by the way, Back in the late 90s, I rented many, many power cords from the cable company that retailed for lots of money, This was for a krell FPB 200, all of them sounded way worse than the stock Beldin Power cord that came with the amp, However, This is 2014, and I decided to try power cords once again, To my suprise, This power cord I have works well, and sounds great, I am sure there is better, But man, at what cost!, cheers to you Ralph.