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Better Power Cord for my Threshold Forte?

My Threshold Forte Model 3 (solid state, 200 wpc @ 8 ohms) has a power cord that looks like it could have come from a lamp. It also has only a 2-prong plug, wheras my other equipment (Arcam CD, Parasound P/LD 1100 preamp) have beefy cords with 3-prong plugs. Should I upgrade the power cord to my amp? If so, any recommendations which cord to use & who might install it for me? Many thanks.
klipschking
electrostatic1
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FYI, sounds like you no longer have the OEM / stock power cord that was shipped with the amp.

I've owned two pairs of the Forte 4's and they all had 3 prong AC cords, some hardwired some IEC plugs.

If the unit you have is only a 2 prong AC cord ... STOP USING IT... and verify that it is correctly wired (hot/neutral + ground?). Apparently someone has altered the amp and it may no longer be safe to use in your home.

AC line voltages are lethal when mis-wired. ---WTTW---
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dkzzzz
124 posts
 
Get the red one , red ones always sound more open on top. For blacker blacks obviously plug a black one.
klipschking OP
83 posts
 
Electrostatic: You may be right, but it certainly looks "stock" and unaltered. I am going to replace the cord with one of Signal Cable's "MagicPower" cord. Frank at Signal Cable was very helpful, and has installed these cords on Forte 3 before. Many thanks!
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