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Need quality flexible power cord for CD player....

Howdy All,

I have a good sounding system consisting of Quad 99 CDP cd player connected directly to a pair of Channel Islands VMB-1 mono-block amplifiers via the Quad's varible output. Speakers are Reference 3A mm DeCapos on sand/shot filled Sound Organization stands. Currently I use the highly regarded Audience PowerChord on the CD player, but it is a bit too stiff in the long strain relief area and it is difficult to use it with the light weight Quad on my narrow rack.

Cound someone recommend a good flexible power Cord that works well with digital front ends and is reasonably affordable? I would prefer to spend $100 or less (new or used) for a 3 ft. cable, but could spring for a bit more, if necessary.

Please don't turn this into a Power Cord/Snake Oil argument. I'm going to spend some money, so please, recommendations only and DIY is OK as long as it is an easy to construct kit or design.

Enjoy,

TIC
reubent
reubent OP
3,587 posts
 
Hello All,

Just a follow-up. I did get the entry level Soundstrings Digital PC. It was $40. I was hugely disappointed when I pulled it from the box. It looks very much like a stock power cord but is white plastic instead of the usual black and it is very flexible.

Anyway, After using it for a week.....WOW! By system sounds great! Bass weight is especially noticable and the top end is very smooth. I must say I am shocked that it sounds this good.

The $40 Soundstrings was a perfect solution to my cheap/flexible criteria.

Enjoy,

TIC
kana813
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Try a Supra LoRad.
tvad
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ezside
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talon4
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