Volex 17604 power cords

I have Volex 17604 purchased three years ago, and they do not have brass blades.

Honestly, though, I'd recommend listening to them and either using them or not based on what you hear. Trying to figure out the details of old versus new, and any possible sonic differences betwen the two is a waste of time when considering their cost.

thanks Tvad...i agree they are throwaways at this price but I wonder if the wire is still the Belden recipe?

I purchased a batch last year that are different from a pair I bought the year previous. I did notice a difference in appearance, though I didn't see anything to indicate Chinese or any other sourcing (could be I wasn't looking hard enough). I bought a a couple of the 12 footers specifically to cut down - and in the process of doing so didn't see anything to indicate a material difference in the wire or configuration. Finally, though I haven't done any critical listening I'm happy with the performance of the new cables . . . they're a still a bargain (I think the total cost was $21 for 3 - 4 foot cables).