Power Cord Preferances

#1-Most definitely they make a difference.#2-All are improved, but I agree with Jfrech that the old rule of starting at the front end is best, and will indeed be surprisingly system dependent. #3 There are some good cables to be found at all price levels; try Harmonic Tech, Transparent, Shunyata, ESP. Try as many as you can given the variation in sonic character.

Belden makes a 14/3 shielded power cord which sells for $10-15 and is way better than the stock cords. It's a good cheap way to start out and see what you think in your system.

Hi Detlof,

Just curious. Can you tell us what the name of the power cord your dealer friend marketed before the PC craze started?

Thanks!

Sg69; Others have answered your questions. I will just add that Syn. Res. Master Couplers are one of the original power cords that started the "Craze" and made believers out of many. There are now a ton of them available here on Audiogon for $150-180. They are still excellent cords and I have them on all components (4) in my $40K system. After putting in a dedicated AC and ground system the Master Couplers made a huge improvement. I started with pre-amp, then amp, and front end stuff. Cheers. Craig

I agree with Brulee. The FIM GOLD is incredible, but is very stiff. If you have the room around the equipment for sweeping bends and the patience to manipulate cables as required, then give FIM a listen. I don't believe you'll be disappointed.