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May 13, 2019, 12:05 AM #1
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Power Cords: 2019 State of the Art?
Good evening all.
Just curious what's new in the power cord business?
Heard good things about the Purist Diamond and the Shunyata Sigma, but thought I'd ask.
Also if you found differences between PCs feeding Active subs/Amps/Sources etc..
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May 13, 2019, 12:57 AM #2
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Audioquest Hurricane and Dragon.
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May 13, 2019, 01:05 AM #3
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The best power cords I’ve played with were system dependent and it may surprise some to learn that mixing and matching cables can have some real benefits. I enjoy the Shunyata Sigma NR from the wall to the bass unite of the horns and Shunyata from the wall to the power conditioner. From there, it depends on what amp/preamp/sources I’m using but I’m typically between Shunyata Sigma NR or AudioQuest Hurricane or Dragon.
I’ve recently picked up Analysis Plus and the Ultimate Power Oval was quite impressive. Stay tuned...
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Dealer for: Aqua Hi-Fi, Aurender, AudioQuest Cables & Power Products, Berkeley Audio, Block Audio (distributor), Boulder Amplifiers, Bowers & Wilkins (B&W), Bryston, Clarisys Audio Loudspeakers (distributor), Classe’ Audio, Degritter Record Cleaning Machines, Esoteric, Finite Elemente, FirstWatt, Focal Loudspeakers and Headphones, GigaFoil, Harbeth Loudspeakers, Hegel, HiFi Man, Innuos, ISO Acoustics, Keces Power Supplies, Kharma Loudspeakers and Electronics, Kuzma Turntables, Lumin, Luxman, Magico Loudspeakers, MBL Speakers & Electronics, MSB Technologies, MySonicLabs Phono Cartridges, Nordost Cables, Ortofon, Pass Labs, Quadraspire, Rega Turntables and Electronics, Shunyata Research, STAX, Stein Music Products, Stillpoints, Soulution, VAC, Vicoustics, Viva Audio, VPI Industries, WireWorld Cables.
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May 13, 2019, 05:06 AM #4
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Re: Power Cords: 2019 State of the Art?
Mix n match for sure Mike. There's the Manufacturers' "Flavours" and then each of ours specifically.
I use Ear to Ear HC PCs for my subs, amps and Memory player, but the Siltech Ruby Mountain II for the DAC.. Yumm
Trying to decide between Shunyata Sigma and Purist Audio Diamond. Maybe try before buy..
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May 13, 2019, 09:12 AM #5
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Lot's of new marketing department copy, that's about all.
Why would someone thing that changing a few links in a long chain could make the chain stronger?
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May 13, 2019, 09:17 AM #6
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I have been very happy with the move to Transparent Opus on my amps.
Jim
D'Agostino Momentum M-400's MxV’s & HD Pre-amp
Wilson Alexandria X2 Series 2 speakers
Digital: dCS Vivaldi APEX DAC, Clock & Upsampler
Analog: SME 20/3 with Esoteric E-03 Phono
Transparent Opus Speaker Cable & Interconnects & Opus Power Cords
Power Cords on Digital: Shunyata
Power Conditioner - Shunyata Everest
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May 13, 2019, 01:40 PM #7
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Another one for Transparent, 5th Gen XL.
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May 13, 2019, 02:42 PM #8
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another vote for Hurricanes and Dragons... maybe someday soon someone will be able to do a new shoot out with the top 4 or 5 names. I suspect the winner will not be as much about sound, as it will be about price points... Yes, there are differences in sound, but it's getting to be a tighter and tighter margin of difference.
Jeremy
Speakers: Magico S3 MkII
Power Amp: VAC 200iQ (stereo)
Source/DAC/Preamplifier: MSB Reference DAC (Femto 77 / Dual Powerbase)
Power: Shunyata Triton V3 / Shunyata Typhon QR / AQ NRG 20 Outlet / Dedicated 20 amp circuit
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Power Cables: AQ Dragons to components / AQ Hurricane to Typhon QR
Speaker Cables: MIT Heritage MI 2C3D - Level 1
Interconnects: MIT Heritage MI 2C3D - Level 1 (XLR)
Ethernet: AQ Vodka > Aqvox SE > AQ Diamond > MSB Reference DAC
Racks: Critical Mass Sotto Voce with Black Platinum shelves
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May 17, 2019, 12:48 PM #9
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I’ve been extremely satisfied with my AudioQuest Hurricane Power Cords. Sound quality is terrific, build quality is bulletproof and the price is really reasonable for all you’re getting.
Ken"No summit worth climbing is easily attained."
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Source: MSB Select II DAC with Two Mono Powerbases and Femto 33 Clock; Renderer V2 Digital Input Module and Roon Nucleus Plus; MSB UMT V Signature Transport
Amps: Vandersteen M7-HPA Mono Amps; MSB M204 Mono Amps
Speakers: Vandersteen Model 7 Mk2
Power: Two AudioQuest Niagara 5000’s with AudioQuest Dragon and Hurricane Power Cords
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May 17, 2019, 12:51 PM #10
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"No summit worth climbing is easily attained."
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Source: MSB Select II DAC with Two Mono Powerbases and Femto 33 Clock; Renderer V2 Digital Input Module and Roon Nucleus Plus; MSB UMT V Signature Transport
Amps: Vandersteen M7-HPA Mono Amps; MSB M204 Mono Amps
Speakers: Vandersteen Model 7 Mk2
Power: Two AudioQuest Niagara 5000’s with AudioQuest Dragon and Hurricane Power Cords
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May 17, 2019, 01:13 PM #11
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Re: Power Cords: 2019 State of the Art?
Here is what I use throughout my system, the good old plain standard power cord:
https://www.amazon.com/Tripp-Lite-Co.../dp/B0027JRMD0
Seriously, I don't believe in audiophile power cords, I have heard them make no difference or even causing harm to the sound. Some of my audiophile friends are also abandoning them. Better put your money elsewhere in the system.Simaudio Moon Neo 260 DT CD Transport / MIT SL-Matrix Plus AES/EBU digital cable / Schiit Yggdrasil Analog 2 DAC / Octave HP 700 preamp / Octave RE 320 stereo amp with Super Black Box / Reference 3A Reflector monitors on Sound Anchors Signature Stands / dual JL Audio Fathom 112 v2 subwoofers on ASC SubTraps / ZenWave Audio D4 and SMSG cables / Acoustic treatment: tube traps, Tri-panels, window plugs, ceiling diffusers (all ASC), large absorbing panels (Acoustics First), diverse carpets chosen for acoustic properties: wool, polypropylene basket-weave
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May 17, 2019, 04:38 PM #12
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All of my PCs are Shunyata - Sigmas, Anacondas, Alphas and a few Deltas.
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Amplification: MBL 6010D, MBL 9008A Monos
Analog: Kuzma R, Kuzma 4Point (11”), MSL Ultra Eminent EX
Phono Pre: Pass XP-27
Digital: Esoteric N01XD Esoteric K05
Speakers: MBL 101E MKII
Subwoofers: REL Carbon Specials
Conditioner: Shunyata Triton 3
Power Cables: Shunyata Sigma 1 & 2, Alpha 2, Delta and Venom
ICs and SCs: Wireworld Platinum 8
Rack: Artesania Exoteryc
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May 17, 2019, 05:31 PM #13
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May 20, 2019, 01:42 PM #14
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I'm a big Synergistic Research fan so I'll ad the Atmosphere X Euphoria and Galileo SX.
Just replaced a few of the Wireworld Platinum Electra's i've been using with some of these and can tell right away,right out of the box, they bring an improvement.
It's not even close to being a fair fight.Accuphase A-75, C-3850, DP-750, T-1200, C-37, P-530 / Magico S7, Mcoat Red w/Mpod / LessLoss C-MARC Entropic cables (Spk. IC's PC's) / Clearaudio Innovation Wood, 9" Universal arm ,VTA adj. Outer Limit platter ring, Statement clamp / SteinMusic PI Carbon Signature Mat /My Sonic Lab Ultra Eminent EX MC cart./ Clearaudio 24v Battery PSU / Magnum Dynalab Signal Sleuth / B]Onyx Plus[/B] Sirius XM Sat Radio / Synergistic Research Galileo PowerCell SX ,Active Ground Block SE ,Black Box ,Acoustic ART, Atmosphere Infinity ,UEF panels /Stillpoints Apeture II panels /Furutech GTX-D NCF duplex outlets, NFC Booster-Braces/ 20a dedicated lines / SteinMusic H2 Harmonizers / Adona Eris II 5C racks / Symposium Acoustics Svelt Shelves /HRS Damping plates / KLAudio Ultrasonic RCM / Clearaudio Smart Matrix Pro. RCM /Kemp Electroniks SR plugs,/ Akiko Audio Corelli PLC,Tuning Sticks/ LessLoss Firewall 640X, Blackbody v.2, BlackGround Power Base 10X, Blackground Speaker Base 8X, Firewall for speakers
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June 25, 2019, 10:59 AM #15
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June 25, 2019, 11:16 AM #16
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My Systems: http://www.audioshark.org/showthread...481#post158481
"We can hear everything we measure, but we can't measure everything we hear. Let your ears be your guide."
Dealer for: Aqua Hi-Fi, Aurender, AudioQuest Cables & Power Products, Berkeley Audio, Block Audio (distributor), Boulder Amplifiers, Bowers & Wilkins (B&W), Bryston, Clarisys Audio Loudspeakers (distributor), Classe’ Audio, Degritter Record Cleaning Machines, Esoteric, Finite Elemente, FirstWatt, Focal Loudspeakers and Headphones, GigaFoil, Harbeth Loudspeakers, Hegel, HiFi Man, Innuos, ISO Acoustics, Keces Power Supplies, Kharma Loudspeakers and Electronics, Kuzma Turntables, Lumin, Luxman, Magico Loudspeakers, MBL Speakers & Electronics, MSB Technologies, MySonicLabs Phono Cartridges, Nordost Cables, Ortofon, Pass Labs, Quadraspire, Rega Turntables and Electronics, Shunyata Research, STAX, Stein Music Products, Stillpoints, Soulution, VAC, Vicoustics, Viva Audio, VPI Industries, WireWorld Cables.
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June 25, 2019, 11:21 AM #17
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June 26, 2019, 02:19 PM #18
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My dealer just lent to me a Shunyata Delta NR power cord. I am using it as a replacement for the Pangea AC-9. Wow! It certainly makes a difference in my fledging high-end system. Music has never before seemed so well-integrated and lifelike. The only problem is the Delta’s price, which is $800 for its shortest (1.75 meter) length.
Jonathan
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System: Theta Casablanca V preamp/processor/DAC; Wadia 8 transport; Wadia 2000 DAC; Theta Compli SACD transport; Lumin T2 streamer/DAC; Roon Nucleus+; Luxul AGS-1024 switch; SOTA Sapphire turntable w/Premier FT3 arm & Hana SL cartridge; PS Audio Stellar phono preamp; SweetVinyl SC-2 noise/click remover; Oppo 203 4K player; Magnum Dynalab FT-101A tuner; McIntosh MC611 mono amplifiers (3); Revel Ultima Studio/ Voice/Embrace speakers (L/C/R and sides); Arendal 1723 speakers (surrounds); SVS SB-16 (2) and 3000 Micro (2) subwoofers; Stax SR-L300 headphones; TeddyPardo 19/3 linear power supply; Richard Gray's Substation; Shunyata 6000/S, 2000/T (2), Venom PS10, Hydra (2), and Defender (2) power conditioners; Wireworld Silver Eclipse 8 speaker cables; Audioquest, Cardas, Kimber Kable, MIT, and Wireworld interconnects; Cullen, and Shunyata power cords.
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June 26, 2019, 02:50 PM #19
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Looks like you have a very nice system there. IMHO Shunyata stuff is worth it. Made in the USA , real objective science behind it. Very transparent with their technology to the consumer. The team at Shunyata ( Caelin , Grant and Richard )are always helpful and friendly to consumers/end users. The products have great resale value.
You can’t go wrong with any of their power cords. If thought delta was amazing ; wait till you hear the higher end alpha and sigma nr.
if delta is too much ; they did just release their new venom Nr cords.
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April 16, 2020, 01:04 AM #20
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This is an interesting thread, so I thought I would revive it. It’s really all about the synergy between the component and the power cord, and the type of sound you desire.
On my MSB Select II DAC, the Analysis Plus Ultimate Power Oval is an excellent match if you prefer a high level of detail and transparency. The AudioQuest Hurricane Source is also an excellent match if you prefer a smooth treble, warm and thick midrange and weighty bass.
On my Vandersteen M7-HPA Mono Amps, which use tubes in the input and first gain stage and solid state in the output stage, I actually prefer the stock copper power cords that came with the amps to several other more expensive options.
The moral of my story is try different power cords on each component and go with the power cord that sounds best on each individual component, regardless of brand or price.
Ken"No summit worth climbing is easily attained."
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Source: MSB Select II DAC with Two Mono Powerbases and Femto 33 Clock; Renderer V2 Digital Input Module and Roon Nucleus Plus; MSB UMT V Signature Transport
Amps: Vandersteen M7-HPA Mono Amps; MSB M204 Mono Amps
Speakers: Vandersteen Model 7 Mk2
Power: Two AudioQuest Niagara 5000’s with AudioQuest Dragon and Hurricane Power Cords
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April 18, 2020, 12:21 AM #21
Power Cords: 2019 State of the Art?
I believe with experience good cable from the panel terminated with spades attached to a good receptacle supports the continuation of a good power cable to distribution or direct.
Many flavors of cables, at all levels that will benefit your system!
Really impressed with Furutech’s FPS55N cable, spades and GTX NCF receptacles.
Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk ProSource Analog: Kuzma Stabi R w/4point 11 arm | Kuzma 50 Cartridge
Source Digital: Aurender N10 | Brinkmann Nyquist MK II
Amplification: Dan D’Agostino Momentum HD and M400’s | Boulder 508
Speakers: Wilson Alexias
Cabling: Nordost Leif, Norse, V2 and Odin
Power and Isolation: Audio-Ultra Home & Room Power Foundation Performance Package with StromTank S1000 | HRS
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April 18, 2020, 02:31 PM #22
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Hi Ultrafast69, I'm using the Furutech DPS-4.1 cable with the same NCF GTX connectors. Very happy. I don't think Furutech gets the credit they deserve.
T+A MP3100HV, T+A PA3100HV. Custom made Furutech cables with ETP-609 distributor with NCF outlets, Harbeth 40.2 Anniversaries.
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April 18, 2020, 10:04 PM #23
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Source Analog: Kuzma Stabi R w/4point 11 arm | Kuzma 50 Cartridge
Source Digital: Aurender N10 | Brinkmann Nyquist MK II
Amplification: Dan D’Agostino Momentum HD and M400’s | Boulder 508
Speakers: Wilson Alexias
Cabling: Nordost Leif, Norse, V2 and Odin
Power and Isolation: Audio-Ultra Home & Room Power Foundation Performance Package with StromTank S1000 | HRS
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April 18, 2020, 10:16 PM #24
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April 19, 2020, 12:56 AM #25
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Thanks kzhtoo! I am currently enjoying the silky smooth sound of two AudioQuest Hurricane Source Power Cords with my Select II DAC. However, Mike has created the opportunity for me to demo two AudioQuest Dragon Source Power Cords with my Select II DAC in the near future. That Mike is a wilely tempter. Stay tuned.
Best,
Ken"No summit worth climbing is easily attained."
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Source: MSB Select II DAC with Two Mono Powerbases and Femto 33 Clock; Renderer V2 Digital Input Module and Roon Nucleus Plus; MSB UMT V Signature Transport
Amps: Vandersteen M7-HPA Mono Amps; MSB M204 Mono Amps
Speakers: Vandersteen Model 7 Mk2
Power: Two AudioQuest Niagara 5000’s with AudioQuest Dragon and Hurricane Power Cords
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April 19, 2020, 01:04 AM #26
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April 19, 2020, 01:04 PM #27
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Nordost Odin
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April 19, 2020, 02:21 PM #28
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Welcome to the forum
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NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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April 20, 2020, 10:03 AM #29
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I have all Ansuz X power cords except for 1 Aq Hurricane which I move around from one component to another just for poops and giggles. Those basic Ansuz X pc’s have nothing to apologize for.
Larry
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Ansuz and MIT cabling
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April 20, 2020, 10:54 AM #30
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Source Analog: Kuzma Stabi R w/4point 11 arm | Kuzma 50 Cartridge
Source Digital: Aurender N10 | Brinkmann Nyquist MK II
Amplification: Dan D’Agostino Momentum HD and M400’s | Boulder 508
Speakers: Wilson Alexias
Cabling: Nordost Leif, Norse, V2 and Odin
Power and Isolation: Audio-Ultra Home & Room Power Foundation Performance Package with StromTank S1000 | HRS
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April 20, 2020, 01:06 PM #31
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Thanks
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April 20, 2020, 02:27 PM #32
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Welcome to the Forum hogen
haven't heard Odin , but would be interesting to hear Odin 2Flemming
Lumin X1
Rotel Michi S5
Focus Audio FS788
Inter connect : Nordost Tyr 2 ( 2 Meter )
LS cable : Yter
Power Cables : Nordost Frey 2 ( 2 Meter )
Nordost QB8
Fibercable for feeding the Lumin X1
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April 20, 2020, 02:39 PM #33
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Thanks I have a mix of Odin1 and Odin2 power cables. They are both excellent, though the Odin2 is even better unfortunately.
Speakers: Adyton Imagic 2.0 TC (line source), Subs: Audio Physic Minos x2, Amp: Adyton Cordis 1.7 Silver Signature, Pre: Burmester 077, RIAA: Burmester 100, Kondo GE-1, Consolidated MU-metal stepup Phono: Acoustic Signature Invictus Jr, Avid Acutus Ref. SP, Bergmann Galder, Technics sl-1000r, Michell Gyrodec, Arms: Acoustic Signature TA9000Neo, SME V with NO cabling, Bergmann Odin, SME 309, Thomas Schick 12´, FR64S, PU´s: Lyra Atlas SL, Kiseki PH, DS Audio W2, SPU 85th ann., VdH Colibri XGW Master Sig. Strad. Cables: Nordost Valhalla2, Odin1 and Odin2, Power: Adyton 6kw trafo, Burmester 948, Isotek Supertitan, Nordost QRT QX2, QX4, Qv2, Rack: Aavik titanium rack, Absolare, Kanso wall-shelf, NO Sort Kones TC, BC, Sort Fut, Ansuz Darkz B:TC, Grounding: Nordost QKORE6
System 2: Kondo Overture PM2,, Michell Gyrodec, Naim NDX streamer, Burmester 113 DAC, Avantgarde Uno XD, Nordost Valhalla, Audio Insight Isovolt 3 kw trafo.
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April 28, 2020, 05:17 AM #34
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Hi All,
My vote goes for Ansuz as to me they are heads and shoulders above any today of the brands that I have run through my system. OK, so I am extremely biased perhaps being a totally dressed Ansuz person. However, when an Odin 2 mains cable got very beaten of an Ansuz A2 Mainz cable, that was game over for me. Or, Ansuz just fit my system very well but I heard so many systems jump in SQ with Ansuz Mainz cables I doubt it. My experience so far and not only in my system, an Ansuz Mainz cable may just be a better choice than going for better electronics. Ansuz is not low cost for sure but even at the 'budget' entry level of Ansuz the advantages are clearly noticed meaning any could have a slice of that Ansuz cake. But try for your selfs…
Sadly Ansuz get very little press in the US, I guess there are lobbying powers from established brands….
Well, the truth is out there/MikeMain system: Aavik Acoustics U-300, TechDAS AF V Premium + Kuzma 4P11" Gemstone/Kondo silver + Ortofon Diamond, Naim streamer SSD + TAD DA-1000 DAC, Sonus Faber Stradivari 35 Anniversary, full cable loom Ansuz Acoustics, D on signal side, Mainz DTC/D2 + Mainz8 D-TC power distributor. All individual equipment and cables rest on Ansuz Acoustics Darkz DTC. Dedicated mains supply (Audience Conductor) with Klangmodule fuse system and Furutech receptacles. Other systems: Collection of Sonus Faber classics (Franco S design), tube gear and transistor designs, CD-transports and players, turntables and collection of cables
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April 28, 2020, 05:18 AM #35
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Bump, double post!
Main system: Aavik Acoustics U-300, TechDAS AF V Premium + Kuzma 4P11" Gemstone/Kondo silver + Ortofon Diamond, Naim streamer SSD + TAD DA-1000 DAC, Sonus Faber Stradivari 35 Anniversary, full cable loom Ansuz Acoustics, D on signal side, Mainz DTC/D2 + Mainz8 D-TC power distributor. All individual equipment and cables rest on Ansuz Acoustics Darkz DTC. Dedicated mains supply (Audience Conductor) with Klangmodule fuse system and Furutech receptacles. Other systems: Collection of Sonus Faber classics (Franco S design), tube gear and transistor designs, CD-transports and players, turntables and collection of cables
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April 28, 2020, 06:53 AM #36
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April 28, 2020, 08:06 AM #37
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Main system: Aavik Acoustics U-300, TechDAS AF V Premium + Kuzma 4P11" Gemstone/Kondo silver + Ortofon Diamond, Naim streamer SSD + TAD DA-1000 DAC, Sonus Faber Stradivari 35 Anniversary, full cable loom Ansuz Acoustics, D on signal side, Mainz DTC/D2 + Mainz8 D-TC power distributor. All individual equipment and cables rest on Ansuz Acoustics Darkz DTC. Dedicated mains supply (Audience Conductor) with Klangmodule fuse system and Furutech receptacles. Other systems: Collection of Sonus Faber classics (Franco S design), tube gear and transistor designs, CD-transports and players, turntables and collection of cables
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April 28, 2020, 10:28 AM #38
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yes, but all gamechangers of the last 30 years have been overwritten by mk2 a year or two later
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April 28, 2020, 11:09 AM #39
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I had an entire system of AudioQuest Hurricanes. I enjoyed their sonic signature: smooth treble, warm and thick midrange and full weighty bass. Seeing that I was looking for more, Mike suggested that I demo the AudioQuest Dragon Source on the two power supplies of my Select DAC. I honestly was stunned at the degree of improvement that I heard. Significantly more transparent and detailed, terrific layering, lifelike timbres, much larger soundstage, 3D imaging with amazing depth. More ease, sweetness and refinement. I swore I would never spend Dragon money on power cords. But now, maybe just a few.
Ken"No summit worth climbing is easily attained."
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Source: MSB Select II DAC with Two Mono Powerbases and Femto 33 Clock; Renderer V2 Digital Input Module and Roon Nucleus Plus; MSB UMT V Signature Transport
Amps: Vandersteen M7-HPA Mono Amps; MSB M204 Mono Amps
Speakers: Vandersteen Model 7 Mk2
Power: Two AudioQuest Niagara 5000’s with AudioQuest Dragon and Hurricane Power Cords
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April 28, 2020, 01:11 PM #40
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Main system: Aavik Acoustics U-300, TechDAS AF V Premium + Kuzma 4P11" Gemstone/Kondo silver + Ortofon Diamond, Naim streamer SSD + TAD DA-1000 DAC, Sonus Faber Stradivari 35 Anniversary, full cable loom Ansuz Acoustics, D on signal side, Mainz DTC/D2 + Mainz8 D-TC power distributor. All individual equipment and cables rest on Ansuz Acoustics Darkz DTC. Dedicated mains supply (Audience Conductor) with Klangmodule fuse system and Furutech receptacles. Other systems: Collection of Sonus Faber classics (Franco S design), tube gear and transistor designs, CD-transports and players, turntables and collection of cables
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April 28, 2020, 01:58 PM #41
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Speakers: Adyton Imagic 2.0 TC (line source), Subs: Audio Physic Minos x2, Amp: Adyton Cordis 1.7 Silver Signature, Pre: Burmester 077, RIAA: Burmester 100, Kondo GE-1, Consolidated MU-metal stepup Phono: Acoustic Signature Invictus Jr, Avid Acutus Ref. SP, Bergmann Galder, Technics sl-1000r, Michell Gyrodec, Arms: Acoustic Signature TA9000Neo, SME V with NO cabling, Bergmann Odin, SME 309, Thomas Schick 12´, FR64S, PU´s: Lyra Atlas SL, Kiseki PH, DS Audio W2, SPU 85th ann., VdH Colibri XGW Master Sig. Strad. Cables: Nordost Valhalla2, Odin1 and Odin2, Power: Adyton 6kw trafo, Burmester 948, Isotek Supertitan, Nordost QRT QX2, QX4, Qv2, Rack: Aavik titanium rack, Absolare, Kanso wall-shelf, NO Sort Kones TC, BC, Sort Fut, Ansuz Darkz B:TC, Grounding: Nordost QKORE6
System 2: Kondo Overture PM2,, Michell Gyrodec, Naim NDX streamer, Burmester 113 DAC, Avantgarde Uno XD, Nordost Valhalla, Audio Insight Isovolt 3 kw trafo.
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Re: Power Cords: 2019 State of the Art?
ansuz is on my shortlist and so are the borresen loudspeakers.
i was adressing your way of overpraise of what is objectively possible.
imho there is no best speaker, amp, soure or cables....or at least nothing that is a full level above the rest. no cable is able to produce quality which is not already in your componets. they may let your gear play at theyr best, thats all.
however, enjoy your ansuz loom, certainly topgrade.
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May 10, 2020, 07:20 AM #43
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Re: Power Cords: 2019 State of the Art?
Finding this interesting. How expensive do you have to go before you hear a difference? I've bought custom made copper and pure silver (very expensive). I have top of the range furutech connectors and some out of the box power chords too. In all I have 8 different power cables and a very very resolving £75k system. I can't hear any difference whatsoever between any of them and basic chords. I can hear very big difference between interconnects and speaker cable. So still very confused about this whole subject.
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May 10, 2020, 09:52 AM #44
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May 10, 2020, 09:52 AM #45
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May 12, 2020, 01:56 AM #46
Re: Power Cords: 2019 State of the Art?
Bud
Lumin X1 file player, Westminster Labs interconnect cable
Sony XA-5400ES SACD
Pass XP-22 pre, X600.5 amps
Magico S5 MKII Mcast Rose speakers, SPOD spikes
Shunyata Triton v3/Typhon QR for source, Denali 2000 (2) for amps
Shunyata Sigma XLR analog ICs, Sigma speaker cables
Shunyata Sigma HC (2), Sigma Analog, Sigma Digital, Z Anaconda (3) power cables
Mapleshade Samson four shelf maple rack, Micropoint brass footers
Three 20 amp circuits.
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May 12, 2020, 06:01 AM #47
Re: Power Cords: 2019 State of the Art?
"No summit worth climbing is easily attained."
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Source: MSB Select II DAC with Two Mono Powerbases and Femto 33 Clock; Renderer V2 Digital Input Module and Roon Nucleus Plus; MSB UMT V Signature Transport
Amps: Vandersteen M7-HPA Mono Amps; MSB M204 Mono Amps
Speakers: Vandersteen Model 7 Mk2
Power: Two AudioQuest Niagara 5000’s with AudioQuest Dragon and Hurricane Power Cords
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May 12, 2020, 07:17 AM #48
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May 12, 2020, 08:42 AM #49
Re: Power Cords: 2019 State of the Art?
"No summit worth climbing is easily attained."
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Source: MSB Select II DAC with Two Mono Powerbases and Femto 33 Clock; Renderer V2 Digital Input Module and Roon Nucleus Plus; MSB UMT V Signature Transport
Amps: Vandersteen M7-HPA Mono Amps; MSB M204 Mono Amps
Speakers: Vandersteen Model 7 Mk2
Power: Two AudioQuest Niagara 5000’s with AudioQuest Dragon and Hurricane Power Cords
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May 12, 2020, 03:08 PM #50
Re: Power Cords: 2019 State of the Art?
Synergistic Research Galileo SX
Accuphase A-75, C-3850, DP-750, T-1200, C-37, P-530 / Magico S7, Mcoat Red w/Mpod / LessLoss C-MARC Entropic cables (Spk. IC's PC's) / Clearaudio Innovation Wood, 9" Universal arm ,VTA adj. Outer Limit platter ring, Statement clamp / SteinMusic PI Carbon Signature Mat /My Sonic Lab Ultra Eminent EX MC cart./ Clearaudio 24v Battery PSU / Magnum Dynalab Signal Sleuth / B]Onyx Plus[/B] Sirius XM Sat Radio / Synergistic Research Galileo PowerCell SX ,Active Ground Block SE ,Black Box ,Acoustic ART, Atmosphere Infinity ,UEF panels /Stillpoints Apeture II panels /Furutech GTX-D NCF duplex outlets, NFC Booster-Braces/ 20a dedicated lines / SteinMusic H2 Harmonizers / Adona Eris II 5C racks / Symposium Acoustics Svelt Shelves /HRS Damping plates / KLAudio Ultrasonic RCM / Clearaudio Smart Matrix Pro. RCM /Kemp Electroniks SR plugs,/ Akiko Audio Corelli PLC,Tuning Sticks/ LessLoss Firewall 640X, Blackbody v.2, BlackGround Power Base 10X, Blackground Speaker Base 8X, Firewall for speakers
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