Power cord heiarchy


Which power cord is the most important, or alternatively which PC position makes the greatest difference in your system? Here are your choices:

1. wall outlet to plc
2. plc to source (CDP/dac)
3. plc to preamp
4. plc to power amp
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Would go with number 1. Since that feeds everything else, better power to it, should give better power to everything.
#1) Power cord from wall to amp. this is where the most pwer is used and the most improvement gained from an aftermarket cord, in a general way. Most amps do better from wall than from conditioner. (I do use Furman Ref20i for amp... but I am crazy for clarity. It does inhibit LF a bit makes it all thinner...)
#2} power cord from conditioner to pre.
Agree with Elizabeth on 1. Then say 2., 3. And 4. A tie after that. I am a big believer in good power cords in proximity to gear and interconnects. I would upgrade my outlets before cords, YMMV.
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