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Can you hear matched power cables?

I recently read some Shunyata marketing material on the Venom 3s which posited that an audio system should have a matched set of power cables (V3s, of course). I have a couple of (really heavy) Virtual Dynamics cables, a Pangea 9, and a couple of cables delivered with the components. I'd like to upgrade those remaining generic cables, and wonder what the difference is between a mixed set and matched set of cables. I can't really hear any difference when I switch my current fat cables around.

The question becomes, is it worth replacing the Virtual Dynamics and generic cables with Pangeas, or replacing all cables with V3s, or just get a couple of either the Pangeas or V3s to replace the generic cables?

I'd be interested in hearing your experiences with this. Of course, my ears will tell the story, and some companies will let a buyer return a cable, so tell me what you discovered.
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mechans
2,999 posts
 
It sounds more like a way to lift a few Benjamins from your wallet. I also note that different power cords are targeted twoards certain gear and work well regardless of matching.
ska_man
55 posts
 
Order a matched set of the Pangea cables. They are inexpensive, effective and returnable. Once you have them, set up a blind cable swap test. Then post your results.
If you aren't happy with the Pangea cords, return them and get the V's or something else.
tvad
9,467 posts
 
The longer I've been at this the more embarrassed I become at the marketing and claims.

I'm a Shunyata owner.
inna
5,245 posts
 
I would say that you need to match a power cord and particular component. As for the total system match...well maybe too but it will take a lot of time and effort.
Just put Purist Audio Limited on transport, dac , phono and preamp; and Dominus ferox on power amps and be happy forever. A bit expensive though.
This Pangea hype is getting on my nerves; I got to try it, I guess.
tmsorosk
1,013 posts
 
Iv'e had the best results using all Shunyada Anaconda's and Pythons , keeping power cords the same length helps . To get the most out of there cords you need to use Shuyada's power conditioners too . As far as upgrading , if you have good cords now , the bang for the buck factor will be low and likely not worth it , unless you have a very resolving system .
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