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The Audiophile Power Cord is a high-performance 10AWG power cable featuring 99.998% oxygen-free copper conductors and a rhodium-plated US-C15 female connector. Designed for optimal sound transmission, it includes three strands of pure copper shielding for low-interference signal delivery. The stylish nylon braided sleeve ensures durability and tangle-free use, making it compatible with a wide range of audio equipment.
B**N
Among many of these audiophile AC cords, this one actually made a difference for me...
Look my fellow audio homies, I'll admit it - I love add-ons whether they be cables, op-amps, or AC cords. Call it OCD or what, it happens to me all the time and suffice it to say, I'm betting that many of you fall within that same category of OCD afflicted audio enthusiasts.In highlighting AC cords, I've spent up to $250 for one cord in the past, looking for even the slightest improvements in sound reproduction. Often-times, the differences were negligible (or none at all), and then you're left to cursing at yourselves for having blown that money. And many of them, in particular some of these Asian-made ones, are quite large in size, in particular the plug ends.When I saw this particular 10 AWG plug, I was intrigued but initially discounted it, assuming that it was just another one of those relatively inexpensive Asian-made imports. But after a few weeks, I came back to this one and decided to give it a try (yeah, I know, there's that OCD kickin' in !!!)As a common sense reminder, all reviews and comments about audio gear (or anything else for that matter) tend to be subjective, so here goes.When the cord arrived, I was very, very impressed with both the appearance and build quality of this model. It didn't look cheap or overdone. In fact, this was one of the most attractive looking AC cords that I've laid my eyes on. Yes, the cord portion is quite thick and quite durable feeling and the plug ends are wide, yet very tightly connected to the cord itself (no loose ends here). They insert easily into the various amplifiers I have, including some relatively inexpensive Chinese made class D amplifier models.Sound-wise, I initially wasn't expecting much. I figured, well at least here is a beautiful looking cord that will make my system look great (which it did). But then something happened, I actually heard (subjective, I know) a difference in my sound - that is, the audio qualities seemed a tad more open, the dynamics were tighter, and there was an increased sense of air around my music. Sounds like the audiophile qualities we all look for, right?Like I always do, I allow everything to sink in and continue to listen before I comment further, because in some cases, our initial perceptions tend to be wrong (due to the new-gear effect) because we may have imagined particular changes. But not so with this particular cable. My initial perceptions were borne out with time - several weeks of listening - before I solidified those perceptions.Now does the sound reproduction represent a night and day difference over what you may have had before? Well, no...nothing will! As an aside, I've been an audiophile for over 55 years now, and I can discern small differences, no matter how good or bad they may be. For the price you pay for this cord, you are getting a wonderfully made (and looking) piece of audio gear, and it actually can make a positive difference (no matter how small or large, depending on your system).So yes, for the price, I gave it 5 stars and since that time have actually ordered two more (at different lengths).
H**R
Great value, sounds great. Quite bulky though
Love it. Drastically reduced static base noise. my Feliks sounds so much smoother, quality. Tubes softness.The size and huge plug makes it a bit difficult to route if cabin space is tight. Result is well worth it though.
T**N
Outstanding.
The first guy/review (Bernd) said it best. To me it's an outstanding power cable. Extremely well made. I bought this for my power hungry Klipsch RSW-12 (not to be confused with what they are selling now that uses the same letters and #'s, just in a different order). that I bought brand new 20 years ago. It far exceeds the factory power cable of a $1600.00 sub 20 years ago. It pulls some serious power (lights flicker and go dim). Granted I only have 100-amp service, old house but the RSW-12 just loves this beast of a cable. If you are curious as to what I'm powering here, go to audioreview and search (Klipsch RSW-12 Subwoofers).Pictures or anything not glued or nailed down does not stay put, I have one picture left on the walls. Not to mention some plaster falls down sporadically. Peace out.
E**F
Quality Cable
The Audiophile Hifi power cable (2m length) is well-made. It similar in thickness to a water hose and is very stiff. Due to the thickness of the gauge of wire (10), it's also heavy as compared to a regular 14-16g cable that comes with typicall with equipment. The receptacle end of the cable has a very tight fit into a three-pong electrical wall receptacle. The other end also has a tight fit into my amplifier. The amplifier end is a tad long, and it doesn't mate flush with the amplifier, so it sticks out about a quarter inch. The weight of the cable makes it sag a little, but the plug has stayed in-place. In terms of whether it improves the sound quality of my system is still under review. The background of music does seem more black (quieter) as compared to my DIY cable (10g) and it seems to improve the more I play it (break-in?). Overall, it's a well-made/nice-looking cable with potential (sound quality improvement) and is inexpensive, especially with the discounts on the Amazon site. The fit of the cable is the only sore spot, and maybe a deal breaker for some people, but it's a keeper for me, as I can make a small block to support/eliminate the small sag. So, far it has not disconnected from my amplifier due to its weight, hopefully not a problem. A star deducted for fit, rated 4-stars.
J**Y
Awesome Cable For The Price
This is a great cable, particularly for the price. I have been buying audiophile cables for nearly 50 years, some many times the price of this cable, and took a chance on buying this one to power the linear power supply I bought for my internet modem no less. So when the cable arrived I was pleasantly surprised to find it is very well-built, being thick and heavy with jewel-like connectors. The best thing of all is that it competes sonically with far more expensive known audiophile cables, making a significant difference in sound when powering the LPS on my modem compared to other cables including the cheap stock cable and some medium-priced audiophile cables. This I did not expect. If you want a nice-looking, well-built, and effective power cable to power something in your audiophile system you should consider this thrifty cable.
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