Audioquest new Storm series power cables thunder or tornado

respected_ent,

You need to read my comments, "I submit it's important to realize there are no absolutes in audio, only preferences. My comments are more about my preferences and how a particular component works in my system." I don't/didn't say BETTER, because audio is very subjective and you can't isolate a particular component(including cables/cords). It's how something fits into one's system based on their preferences. I tried the Au24 SE speaker cables and power cord at the same time. I thought both were very good, but I preferred the Audioquest Hurricane power cord and Clarus Crimson speaker cables. The Audience was my second choice in both cases. I actually compared Thunder to the Audience Au24 and preferred the Thunder. I already had Hurricanes when I compared the Audience Au24 SE speaker cables and power cord. So, the comparison was to the Hurricane. Again, not better, but what I prefer in the context of my system. In another system I may prefer something else.

Added another Thunder for my P10 Power Plant, oh boy!  Using NRG10s for sources.  I would try the Tornado or Hurricane but silver plated connectors tilt my balance to bright so here I shall stay.  But what works for me may not for you.  I wish I could take a pill to make all cables sound the same:). 

@ricred1 totally agreed.  It all comes down to preferences and system matching when choosing cables.  I've seen cables that work great in my system, but only so-so in another system.  But I will give the Tornado and/or Hurricane a try when I get a chance.

ricred1

good to read that you are still enjoying the AQ Hurricane PC.
Yesterday, I had an audition with Ayre gear, Monitor Audio speakers and AQ cabling all around to include the Niagara 5000 with Hurricane PC.
Tornado PC was connected to the Ayre electronics.  Actually, I do not have a frame of reference for AQ power cords? Certainly, the presentation and sound were excellent.  Happy Listening!

I have been a "true believer" in the potential efficacy of high-end power cords since the Electraglide days. I still am an Elrod PC acolyte. Inasmuch as the AQ Storm series cords seem to be a genuine advance in PC design, I am awaiting delivery of a Hurricane HC power cord to compare it to my Elrod Statement Silver. Beating the Elrod will take some doing.
Neal