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So then...I just purchased 2 'Basic Power' since I am only running a simple entry level setup and ...Virtual Dynamics is having a sale
I like the sound I am hearing at my current setup with the free stock Power-Cord hopefully the tone/feel of the sound won't change too much by upgrading Power-cord. (except the buzz/hum from the NOS tube)
and of course.. thank you for the review!
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Marantz CC4001 + VD Power Basic >MIT AVt Digital 1> Beresford MK6
>Synergistic Research> Darkvoice 336i + VD Power Basic > Grado RS-1 Portable
Ipod nano 8GB > dock cable > minibox-E+ > Yuin PK1
Not to be a stick in the mud, but with all the effort in getting access to these high-end cords, couldn't you also have gotten access to actual testing/measurement equipment...? Would love to see some real performance data.
I will guarantee you that all cables measure the same with the type of equipments someone 'normal' can get their hands on. We are not talking about R&D department with millions in budget and several PhD designing the proper testing procedures/environment.
You'd think a high-end equipment manufacturer wouldn't consider any of these factors when including a power cord.
Without an actual repeatable standardized measurement, how can you accurately judge something? Any variation is just a matter of opinion without it.
All in all, there is a far greater chance of compromise with the long path of wiring from the generating plant, through the switching stations, step up-down transformers, house wiring, and even outlet contact pressure, versus a properly rated 6' power cord. Even less if it is permanently attached.
If there is a perceptible difference with any power cord, something is seriously wrong.
Any variation is just a matter of opinion without it.
therein lies the rub..... it IS all a matter of opinion.
Whether these variations/opinions are/can be substantiated by "scientific" measurements is unimportant. Why? Because some people can hear the variation (or believe they can) and it is for these that this thread exists...
Some hear the differences, others don't. All i can say is that those who can't, are the lucky ones.... they just saved themselves a wad of cash and time.....
Anyways just my 2 cents worth, no harm/antagonism intended....
Wait, I'm new to this whole audiophile business.
Can someone explain to me how this all works with the powercords and stuff.
I'm not trying to doubt you guys or anything, I'm just confused.
Wait, I'm new to this whole audiophile business.
Can someone explain to me how this all works with the powercords and stuff.
I'm not trying to doubt you guys or anything, I'm just confused.
Well I personally have no experience with power cords other than stock. These supposedly change the coloration of the sound or more accurately get rid of coloration. Again no personal experience but I suppose it could be possible with a thicker better shielded and higher grade wires. It would seem to me that the power signal could be transferred with little or no degradation compared to stock cables.
They do a whole lot more than add or subtract coloration, but yes, they can do that too. They allow your equipment to perform better, lower distortion levels, add depth and increase imaging, blacker backgrounds, overall improvement in dynamics across the entire frequency, etc. As much difference as a good interconnect makes, a good power cord does five fold. Everyone of us is a skeptic until we actually try one, then we regret trying them because we now know why people spend so much money on them.
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Headphones → Denon AH-D5000 (modded)
Amp/DAC → Meier Audio Corda Opera :::
Transport → ESI Juli@ ::: Vista → Foobar 0.9.5 → EAC extracted PCM → ASIO 2.0 → SSRC@96/Ultra → ESI Juli@ → S/PDIF :::
Power → Virtual Dynamics Master LE 2.0 Power Cord(Amp/DAC) ::: Cobalt Cable Ultimate Power Cord(PC) ::: API PowerWedge I
Interconnects → Virtual Dynamics Master LE 2.0 Digital IC ::: Cobalt Cable Ultimate Digital Coax :::::::::::::::::: Cobalt Cable Ultimate Audio Interconnect Pair ::: ALO 6" iPod LOD ::: Qables 15" Silvercab iPod LOD
Portable Source → iPod Classic (6g) 80gig, with Agent18 Hardshell Acrylic Case:::
Accessories → Audio Technica AT-HPS500 Headphone Stand ::: Woo Audio Silver Headphone Stand
They do a whole lot more than add or subtract coloration, but yes, they can do that too. They allow your equipment to perform better, lower distortion levels, add depth and increase imaging, blacker backgrounds, overall improvement in dynamics across the entire frequency, etc. As much difference as a good interconnect makes, a good power cord does five fold. Everyone of us is a skeptic until we actually try one, then we regret trying them because we now know why people spend so much money on them.
I have no doubt that you believe power cords make a difference and I am not going to debate that. But your claim that it lowers distortion and increased dynamic is misinformation. These are measurable parameter. I have not seen any number or published report on this. If your claim is true, then all medical instruments will be swarming to use these "low distortion" power cord. The impact of this is much greater than an blacker background in audio.
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