Power Cord Priority

If you don't plug into a conditioner, go first with your weakest power supply. That's usually your digital gear.

Would it be better to invest in a conditioner and use equipment mfg-supplied stock PC's or purchase quality PC's and not worry about using a conditioner? How much does a "good" conditioner cost???

For me, the VH Flavor 2 made a bigger difference on my Jolida amp than the Audience cord on my Prima CDP. Just the opposite of what you would expect according to above posts. In this case it is really worth trying and experimenting.

The VH audio come with a great 60 day return policy, the Audience can be easily found on Agon or resold if you don't like them. I would give both a try and return them if there's no improvement.

Good luck!

Forgot: I am pluggin the powercords directly into the wall. No dedicated lines (apartment!), but changed the receptacles to Hubbel outlets. Cheap and effective.

A Cardas Golden Reference made a big difference to my Arcam Alpha 9 CDP when I tried it, but little difference to the Arcam Alpha 10 integrated amp. On the other hand, a TG Audio HSR-A II really blew me away when hooked up to the amp - amazing increase in dynamics. You just have to try.

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