[Denys]

hi everyone,
 
I am in the process of purchasing an Audio-GD Digital Interface to go with my new NFB-8. At the same time, I am wondering if it's worth to buy the Audio-GD exclusive power cord ($75 USD), instead of using the standard power cord that comes with the DAC.
 
Please take note that the actual power cord in plugged into a power bar that filters the power...
 
Here's the link:
 
http://www.audio-gd.com/Pro/CablesEN.htm
 
Anyone bought it ?
 
Thanks for your time
 
Denys

 

[AudioHammer]

Hi Denys,
 
I have all Audio-gd equipment currently: C2, DAC19DSP, Digital Interface, and power filter.  I have two of their power cables - one for the C2 and one for the DAC19DSP - both plugged into the -70db outlets on the power filter.  I run the Digital Interface power from a USB 3 port right now but I'm in the process of buying the DI Power Supply and another power cable for it.
 
Originally, I compared the Audio-gd power cables with the standard power cords plugged into a Philips power strip (before I got the Audio-gd power filter) and I noticed that my mostly FLAC based music smoothed out with the Audio-gd power cables.  For me, the DAC19 benefited more I think than the C2, but both units seemed to produce tighter bass and silkier highs.  The Power Filter made this effect even more pronounced.
 
I can't say what the Audio-gd power cable will do for the DI power supply but I was willing to purchase it none-the-less given what I experienced with the other gear.  I figured it would have cost me just about the same amount or more to build a quality 12 gauge power cord - especially with their current 5% discount - so it was worth the cost to me.
 
I hope it will prove to be a good choice.
 
--Larry

 

[somestranger26]

If space and flexibility aren't drawbacks, I would actually recommend the Pangea AC-9. Comparing it side-by-side with my audio-gd cord it produced deeper bass and had a more open soundstage. The price is essentially the same.

 

[scootermafia]

I have several, they are well made and sound good.

 

[Denys]

Thank you all for taking the time to reply....
 
Denys