[theorist]

do you have a recommendation?

 I use a full Nordost cabling loom. Re: single power cord -- from a relative price perspective for the 430HA the Nordost Heimdall 2 makes sense. I use a combined Tyr 2/Heimdall 2 loom, but the Tyr 2 power cord, by itself, is more than the cost of the 430HA.

 

[kank]

 
 I use a full Nordost cabling loom. Re: single power cord -- from a relative price perspective for the 430HA the Nordost Heimdall 2 makes sense. I use a combined Tyr 2/Heimdall 2 loom, but the Tyr 2 power cord, by itself, is more than the cost of the 430HA.

 
Yeah, you could easily get carried away with expensive power cable. They do make it sound better, but the cost/performance ratio greatly depreciate at certain price point. 
The good thing about power cables I find is that once I found a good one in the 2nd hand market, I tend to keep it for many years as you can always use it on other components.
Can't say that for audio components, they come and go on nearly on regular basis.

 

[kank]

I would suggest the people that haven't used power cables before on the moon 430 had to try it. Many stores in US have trial period with money back if not satisfied. I see that you can always try it out on your system. If you can't hear the difference or dont feel it warrants the extra cost, then you can always send it back. 

 

[Sonic Guild]

  I would suggest the people that haven't used power cables before on the moon 430 had to try it. Many stores in US have trial period with money back if not satisfied. I see that you can always try it out on your system. If you can't hear the difference or dont feel it warrants the extra cost, then you can always send it back. 

So you changed the fuse and got new power cable.
Which cable? What sonic changes you experiencing? 

 

[kank]

 
So you changed the fuse and got new power cable.
Which cable? What sonic changes you experiencing? 

 
I actually been a power cable believer a long time ago, pretty much any audio components that I buy will be using after market power cable as I find the stock cable chokes the performance for any hi end gears. 
The fuse is new territory for me as I didn't even think such small object in the component can make a difference, i stumbled acrossed it when I was reading the Bricasti M1 ($12k AUD DAC) that people get good results from changing out the stock fuses with the after market one. So I decided to be a bit open minded and tried out some cheaper aftermarket ones (fuses can range from $1 to $200). I went for the $20 ones so if it doesn't make any difference, I wont be out of pocket that much.
But it turns out that it does make a difference, so I'll be keeping them in there.
 
The usual suspect of sonic changes are (fuller mid range, wider soundstaging, stronger bass). Also I think it reduces distortion as I find I can turn it up a few dBs and it wont be fatiguing, but I dont have measurements to back that theory.
Anyway, I know there are measurements that disprove it, but like Theorist mentioned earlier, I trust my ears and my own judgement. At the end of the day, it is me that is spending the money on these so call "tweaks". 

 

[Sonic Guild]

   
I actually been a power cable believer a long time ago, pretty much any audio components that I buy will be using after market power cable as I find the stock cable chokes the performance for any hi end gears. 
The fuse is new territory for me as I didn't even think such small object in the component can make a difference, i stumbled acrossed it when I was reading the Bricasti M1 ($12k AUD DAC) that people get good results from changing out the stock fuses with the after market one. So I decided to be a bit open minded and tried out some cheaper aftermarket ones (fuses can range from $1 to $200). I went for the $20 ones so if it doesn't make any difference, I wont be out of pocket that much.
But it turns out that it does make a difference, so I'll be keeping them in there.
 
The usual suspect of sonic changes are (fuller mid range, wider soundstaging, stronger bass). Also I think it reduces distortion as I find I can turn it up a few dBs and it wont be fatiguing, but I dont have measurements to back that theory.
Anyway, I know there are measurements that disprove it, but like Theorist mentioned earlier, I trust my ears and my own judgement. At the end of the day, it is me that is spending the money on these so call "tweaks". 

Which after market you are using with the moon? 

 

[kank]

 
Which after market you are using with the moon? 

I am currently using the MIT Z-Cord (mentioned in previous post).
http://www.mitcables.com/available-in-stores/sl%C2%A0z%E2%80%90cord%C2%A03fp.html  

 

[john777]

http://www.amr-audio.co.uk/html/goldfuse_individual.html

My one is 240v which uses diff value fuses to the 120v one.

Using AMR fuses... I will use Synergistic Research Black in mine.

 

[kank]

Using AMR fuses... I will use Synergistic Research Black in mine.

Yeah, the SR Black seems to have quite good reviews. Pricey though. 

 

[john777]

To all Moon with DAC owner,
Do you use just a USB to connect your computer to the Moon?
What USB cable are you using?
Do you notice any difference with changing USB cables?
Connecting the computer to the Moon directly, is this the best method?  

I use Chord Sarum Super Aray USB cable.

 

[john777]

do you have a recommendation?

I use the same type of power cable for everything at the moment, Nordost Vishnu 2m with upgraded Furutech mains and IEC plugs. They connect to a PS Audio P10 regenerator.

 

[kank]

Using AMR fuses... I will use Synergistic Research Black in mine.

Actually forgot to mention for some reason (not sure the technical explanation) but if the fuse sounds weird or flat/soft. Just swap its orientation and you should get better SQ.
When I first put my one in, it sounded flat and soft. Then I swap the orientation of the fuse and everything turned better. 

 

[john777]

Yeah, the SR Black seems to have quite good reviews. Pricey though. 

The return on my investments and savings has dropped to almost zero, so I am spending on my pleasures instead... My daughter will have no inheritance...

 

[john777]

Actually forgot to mention for some reason (not sure the technical explanation) but if the fuse sounds weird or flat/soft. Just swap its orientation and you should get better SQ.
When I first put my one in, it sounded flat and soft. Then I swap the orientation of the fuse and everything turned better. 

+1

 

[john777]

http://www.amr-audio.co.uk/html/goldfuse_individual.html

My one is 240v which uses diff value fuses to the 120v one.

Do you remember fuse values for your 240V unit?