[Kurt]

Hi,

we tested my amp with some cheap Powercords and then with the one that came with the amp.

The differences were not subtle. It was like e removed curtain. OK, not a black, thick one but remarkable.

Since the cables didn’t cross a lot I assume this has nothing to do with shielding.

What is the reason for that effect?

TIA

 

[Anders]

Are you shure it was not shielded? Shielding can be made by braiding the wires, which I think you refer to, but also by an aluminium foil or a thin copper braid. Expensive cables often have more than one layer of shielding.

Otherwise, it can be the quality of wire and insulation, topology of wires and not least the quality of the plugs. I don't really know how it works and these are explanations that are often mentioned. The only thing I really know, is that I have heard a difference, which is most important to me.

 

[lan]

Did the better powercord have lower gauge? This could've just given it more juice to sing better.

 

[Kurt]

Thanks for the answers.

Anders: With “ didn’t cross a lot” I meant there were not much who could have disturb the signal. The cord was running alone to the same connector that was used to test the other cable. I’m sure they are shielded and I guess the better cable has a better shielding.

Lan: English is not my native language. What do you mean by “lower gauge”? Thinner diameter?

We did not cut the cables, so I’m not sure about the conductive material, but the better cable was quite thicker than the other.
But can it be that simple? Where does it end? How can one find out how thick is thick enough?

TIA

 

[soundboy]

Kurt,

Regarding "lower gauge", the lower the gauge number, the thicker the cable/wire. It doesn't mean it's better, just thicker.

 

[ssportclay]

I hear big improvements in audio when switching from stock powercords to expensive fat ones.Your experience is no shocker.