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I'm happy with my Pangea AC-9 power cables but they're the only non-generic power cable I've ever used. Now that I need to buy one in a different length, I'm wondering if there's another good bang-for-the-buck one I should try?
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Is the AC-9SE a worthwhile upgrade?
BTW, it looks like I'm going to be plugging into a power conditioner instead of into the wall so I only need very short power cables, .6m and 1m.
I expected we would reach a consensus on at least one serious contender by now. Is the AC-9 the go-to power cable in its price range?
If you have high power amps fed by low-resistance wiring (10 ga. in my case), feeding inefficient speakers as do I, then I believe that you can't beat that 7 gauge cable for the price if the goal is to maximize the power output capabilities of the amp. I think this would be hard to dispute by anyone who tries that.
In other scenarios, I don't know. There's the Cullen one, etc., that I have not heard. I do think that even at lower power it sounds better than my Audio Art cables on my 300W+ amps.
I may have one on a lower-powered item right now and it still sounds better than my other power cords.
...according to prevailing audiophile wisdom, a shielded power cord such as a Pangea may not be such a good thing for high current amplification and AC power distributor applications, since unshielded power cords tend to be highly favored for all but digital component applications and a few other specialty applications. This may be one of the reasons why some folks might find a Pangea to sound lackluster when placed on said applications within their audio systems, not to mention the dielectric involvement of Pangea's molded plastic AC connectors for any audiophile application. just my 2 cents worth. YMMV
"This may be one of the reasons why some folks might find a Pangea to sound lackluster when placed on said applications within their audio systems, not to mention the dielectric involvement of Pangea's molded plastic AC connectors for any audiophile application. just my 2 cents worth. YMMV"
When you say, "just my 2 cents worth. YMMV", does that mean as it relates to the OP's concern, that the Pangea may not be lackluster compared to the other brands mentioned in this thread?
nt
I thought you might have been attempting to establish charts and buzzwords for replacing listening comparisons.
Sorry, Duster, but that's an oxymoron if I ever heard one :-)
nt
I strongly suggest checking out:
The DH Labs Encore
The Element Cable Element Cord or Red Storm
RS Cables (forgot the name of their AC cord)
Transparent's entry level AC cord.
"I strongly suggest checking out:..."
Any particular reason why?
Regor: Which of your suggested cords equals or bests the AC-9? Thanks, Vasil
It seems from his response below, none of the ones he recommend.
First, let's start with the premise that I feel the AC-9 kind of darkens the sound a bit. Having said that, I would say the Element Cord is a bit more vivid, and the DH Labs Encore right in between.
The EC is just a killer value.
www.elementcable.com
The DH Labs Encore is a bit less flexible, but really well made.
The Transparent is 99 bucks, and kind of looks like a stock cord, but don't be fooled it is really good. I would say it is very netural.
http://www.transparentcable.com/products/show_product.php?recID=57&catID=5&modCAT=1
I also have the one up from that, but it will run you 250, and it is a step up:
http://www.transparentcable.com/products/show_product.php?recID=56&catID=5&modCAT=1
I have the Shunyata Venom as well, but have not heard the newest version.
Regor, I'd be interested in your description of the Venom (even if it isn't the latest), compared to these others.
The Venom is a very good cord for $99. I am not the biggest fan of molded connectors, but Shunyata says there is a bunch of trickle down design in the Venom.
I think it is pretty neutral sounding, probably closest to the DH Labs Encore in performance, and more flexible.
Yes, I own them all, and they are excellent performers, all costing around
$100, give or take. The Element Cord is actually $65, complete with top shelf Wattgate connectors.
The DH Labs Encore is about $120, full shielded, and is very well built.
My favorite non budget cords are Acoustic Zen AC cables.
One big bang for the buck audiophile power cord is the MS Audio OCC Single Crystal Copper power cord. It clearly outperforms another lower-cost level product Shunyata Venom3 power cord when placed within my digital front end, where two MS Audio OCC power cords are doing duty. It's quite responsive when mated wirh various AC outlets and IEC inlets in order to achieve a customized synergistic match.
$120 (2 meter) - See link:
Thank you Duster for sharing this find. I bought one of these cords and I'm really impressed with its performance. Have you bought any other cables or worthwhile items from this vendor?, Once again, thank you.
Cesar
The best entry level power cord is the DCCA Powerwave 5, IMHO. This is DCCA audio's entry level power cord, but it can compete with other manufacturer's mid to top-of-the-line power cords. It starts at $300.00 for 4ft., but is well worth the investment. I very smooth, vivid, holographic sound that creates a pulse to the music.
-Ionman
"An ounce of perception, a pound of obscure." - Neil Peart
IME, one tip to share is how well the MS Audio OCC power cord performs when mated with a palladium Oyaide SWO-XXX AC outlet (replacing a stock PS Audio Power Port AC outlet) installed in a PS Audio UPC-200 power line conditioner that feeds my digital front end. The somewhat dry sounding leading edge transients and wide-open spaciousness of the MS Audio OCC power cord is well complemented by the highly liquid, starkly vivid sounding palladium Oyaide SWO-XXX without sounding bright nor affecting the notion of a spotlit treble in a manner that some folks have reported in response to what they perceive as the ruthless sonic signature of the palladium Oyaide SWO-XXX. YMMV
Another tip to share is how well the MS Audio OCC power cord performs when mated with a platinum + palladium Oyaide Power Inlet R IEC inlet featuring Oyaide FTL-G gold female quick disconnects that feeds my Theta digital transport. The presentation is obviously more elegant sounding with greater low level resolution and transparency. Less digital sounding with a more analog-like gestalt. Excellent synergy, to my ear.
Wow. That is an accident waiting to happen, no thank you, I like being alive.
Sure...standard design in industrial pin-and-sleeve plugs/receptacles at 30-400A.
Of course, in those the plug shell is grounded to the circuit ground. And, they are listed by a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab.
Oyaide's M-1, their top of the line for several years now. No prob. Only stupidity could cause a problem, it's very well made. Perhaps Oyaide has a little too much confidence in the general public.
The Oyaide has complete plastic (fiberglass) shell inside, on top of which aluminum shell is fitted. If these made the same way, than it should be more or less safe.
Edits: 11/11/11
But it's so pretty! Maybe I could wear it around my neck...
My calculation indicates 19 AWG (.028 ohms/m) this is not
for 30 amps and too small IMHO. Can you comment further
on this cable?
Edits: 11/10/11
The seller indicates the power cord is 12 AWG.
nt
Duster, do you know whether they offer this PC in other lengths?
Only 2 meter (as far as I know).
Thanks. I may query them.
Dave: If you succeed, let us know. I would also like a shoter cord option. Thanks, Vasil
About a week ago. No response to date.
Thart iz 'n awf'ly perty curd....ya rekon I cud tak'it tu da prom?
dave_b
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