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it's really that good?
Originally Posted by afternoon025 /img/forum/go_quote.gif it's really that good? |
Originally Posted by spookygonk /img/forum/go_quote.gif If Penchum says it's good, then it's going to be good. I have no doubt about that. Would be nice if they could be bought over here in the UK, though obviously I'd have to change the mains plug to fit. |
Originally Posted by Penchum /img/forum/go_quote.gif There is a sister parts outlet to Newark's in the UK....forgot the name...crap! Someone posted about it just the other day. I'll try to locate it for you. |
Originally Posted by golgi /img/forum/go_quote.gif Penchum, I also have a Volex power cord on my MKIII. I also think there is a noticeable difference between it and the stock cord. Well worth it! |
Originally Posted by Penchum /img/forum/go_quote.gif Now for the answer to the question that is rolling around in your head right now: "But Penchum, tell us how they sound!". Right? Well, I gave this a lot of thought, decided to do an honest comparison with the stock cord, using my Little-Dot MKIVse tube amp, my Zune80 playing lossless and my HD-600s. After going back and forth for 1/2 hour, I realized that the "placebo" effect had taken hold, and I had lost my objectivity. Was I hearing something? Maybe. Could I define it? Maybe. Was the new power cord better? Yes. Was I swayed by thoughts of colorful and fancy audio terms floating around in my head? Maybe. Most importantly, would I recommend this to a friend? Yes! So there you have it. A much better power cord, for a much better price, that is better than the old ones, say's my touch, my eyes, my wallet and maybe my hearing too. No matter how you look at such things as power cords, this 17604 power cord is worth your time and a little of your money. |
Originally Posted by dantztiludrop /img/forum/go_quote.gif So, Penchum, is there any further consensus in on the potential SQ improvement with these cords? Just curious....I mean, I think I'm going to buy a few anyways because they seem like good solid & sturdy power cords with a good bang for your buck value. But better SQ would be cream cheese icing on top o' the carrot cake! |
Originally Posted by Caribou679 /img/forum/go_quote.gif About the heat generated at the power cord level, on the MKIII, after 12 hours of continual use the power cord is not warmer than when I started it. Using the stock power cable of the MKIII is not a heat factor on my unit! regards, |
Originally Posted by Penchum /img/forum/go_quote.gif Check out this latest notice from DavidZ at Little-Dot! Viewing a thread - Little Dot Amplifiers Reference guides for download This is really going to help out everyone who has LD amps. |