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In Reply to: RE: Tel Wire Cord - source vs. power amplification posted by crossram2x4@aol.com on June 21, 2008 at 21:14:42
Personally, I don't recommend a mix and match of Oyaide AC plug/IEC connectors since I find a same-type Oyaide model at each end to be complimentary. However, one can experiment at will if desired (I have not felt an urge to do such).
The popular Furutech FI-11M(Cu)/FI-11(Ag) combo is the only exception to this notion by a rather unanimous praise of such -- the FI-11(Ag) IEC connector adding a bit more sparkle to the FI-11M(Cu) AC plugs presentation. But, this particular example is that of an entry level, lower-budget high performance AC connector combo, IME (a combo that I still like and use in all three of my audio systems).
There may be other folks who can suggest an Oyaide AC plug/IEC connector mix and match being better than a same-type model combo, but I simply consider an Oyaide mix and match to be more of a fix rather than a best choice to begin with.
When it comes to Oyaide AC outlet/AC plug mixing and matching; I found the (pre-R1) SWO-XXX/079 combo to be more of a fix which just happened to sound great to many folks (still does, but not as great sounding as an R1/004 combo).
A choice of IEC inlet make/model can help tune the IEC connector end of things, such as the selection of a gold or rhodium Furutech IEC inlet, while the AC plug can be tuned via a choice of AC outlet.
When it comes to Oyaide AC gear, if a listener is starting from scratch -- meaning, no upgraded AC outlet(s)/AC connector(s) yet, or willing to replace all currently implemented AC outlet(s)/AC connector(s), the Beryllium line is more than a safe bet, IME.
IMHO, the Oyaide R1 Beryllium AC outlet is the new SOTA with a potential best served when mated with Oyaide 004 Beryllium AC connectors. While I do that find a mix and match is possible with the Oyaide Beryllium line (the P-004 mates well with the gold Wattgate AC outlet, silver Wattgate Ag AC outlet, gold Oyaide SW-GX AC outlet), if I were given a financial opportunity to replace all of my currently implemented AC outlets/AC connectors, I would choose an all-Oyaide Beryllium line without blinking.
I hope these opines are of some help.
Follow Ups:
Thank you Duster for the great review and for your patient advice. All of this has been very helpful to me.
By the way, since I am "starting from scratch" on the power for my new room, is there a recommended surge protector that I can use just before or just after the new fuse box that will protect all my gear without current limiting (I plan to run my Krell FPB-600c and Ayre K-1xe directly to the wall and travel a lot so not always here to unplug when storms occur) or other detrimental effects?
Thanks again Duster.
I suggest that you post a question in Tweakers' Asylum with a subject heading like, "Recommended surge protector?", since there's lots of folks who visit that forum who are keen to AC house wiring issues.
Also to consider: Rather than a surge protector installed near the fuse box, there may be an excellent power line conditioner (plugged into an AC outlet at the wall) that features surge protection without degrading audio performance -- I'm sure a good solution can be found in that forum...
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