Adding IEC/cable to a 2505

[Citizen Gain]

Hey!

I just bought myself an MC2505 power amp. It is in INCREDIBLE condition. Not a scratch on the thing. Plus (most importantly) it sounds amazing.

The power cable, however, is very stiff from being coiled. Should it be replaced? I have an IEC connector here, still in the package just waiting to be mounted to the chasis of some device.

I can't imagine it'd be too difficult to install on the 2505. + and - are self-explanatory, and connect the ground to the interior casing. Put the thing right where the existing rat-tail cord comes out, re-shaping the hole in the chrome with a dremel.

Is this a good idea? Would it affect the value?

Would it be better, perhaps, to simply replace the built-in cord with the same thing, only just newer? It would solve the stiff-cord issue, but it'd still be a modification, sort of deflowering the "all-original" status of the piece. I feel like having the opportunity to use an IEC cable of one's choosing would be a desired advantage.

What are your thoughts?

 

[rcarlton]

Replace the cord with a like cord. I don't like the idea of cutting a larger opening in the case.

 

[dshoaf]

On AC cords, I replace them when they become dangerous from cracking or fraying. Generally, I'll replace with a 2 or 3 wire cable of similar length. Cutting into chassis is a pain, lowers value(IMHO), and needlessly adds to complexity. Even if you wanted to, some Mac models will not support IEC sockets due to clearance required behind the hole.

Cheers,

David

 

[CarlV]

Is this a good idea? Would it affect the value?

Would it be better, perhaps, to simply replace the built-in cord with the same thing, only just newer? It would solve the stiff-cord issue, but it'd still be a modification, sort of deflowering the "all-original" status of the piece. I feel like having the opportunity to use an IEC cable of one's choosing would be a desired advantage.

What are your thoughts?

Is this a good idea?
Nope

Would it affect the value?
You bet it will but if you keep the unit forever it doesn't matter.

I feel like having the opportunity to use an IEC cable of one's choosing would be a desired advantage.
Most any future potential buyer will see this as something to stay away from.


but it'd still be a modification, sort of deflowering the "all-original" status of the piece.
Exactly.

Carl

 

[Citizen Gain]

OK. I'll leave the original intact. A babe it shall remain.

 

[dj_AmTraX]

What about changing to a three prong plug?