IF Power cables make a diffrence, then why not

[oldtexasdog]

I was having a thought as I was crusing the forums and reading others opinions. There seems to be many that feel power cables make a sonic diffrence? If so then wouldn't a bigger diffrence be made with a Power line conditioner? My thoughts on this maybe overley simple so please educate me.:scratch2::

 

[RichPA]

Moved to the only forum where this thread is likely to survive.

To answer the question: Yes.

 

[Tangent]

I agree with RichPA. Yes.

I have tried (and have kept) both power conditioners (I have two of them, different brands) and upgraded power cords (I also have two brands) but I have never tried them separately. I always have used the power conditioner with the power cords.

Might be a interesting experiment one day when I get bored this winter..... :scratch2:

 

[Brett]

There seems to be many that feel power cables make a sonic diffrence? If so then wouldn't a bigger diffrence be made with a Power line conditioner? My thoughts on this maybe overley simple so please educate me.:scratch2::

I've already posted most of my thinking on this today here. Most 'power conditioners' are nothing more than a generic or derivative standard filter that will do nothing at AF where it's needed most. I consider them a great waste of money.

If I were to buy an aftermarket 'audiophile' power cable, I'm sure it would affect imaging; my wallet would be lighter so I would lean less to the left when seated. Otherwise, as a replacement for an adequately sized stock cable, they will do nothing.

 

[Tangent]

You should hear what my power conditioner did.... it was shocking (to me at least)

And I mean that I was shocked at the difference!

 

[Brett]

You should hear what my power conditioner did.... it was shocking (to me at least)

And I mean that I was shocked at the difference!

What brand/model PCs?

 

[onepixel]

I recently upgraded both. Couldn't tell on the power cable, but most definitely with the conditioner.

 

[240sx4u]

I inserted an HTS5100 PC (yeah I know, some hate monster) in my system when I lived in an apartment. It made a big enough difference for me to buy it, I had it on trial basically. I called BS, said this thing will do nothing except turn my gear on and off in order (which I loved). I was very surprised. It also eliminated lots of pops and snaps from my neighbors appliances. The wiring there was shady to say the least.

I think 3/4 of my apartment was on one circuit!

Now, in another buddies tube system in his house we heard no real differences. That is why I attributed it to the horrible wiring in my apartment complex.

Evan

 

[Tangent]

What brand/model PCs?

Audioprism Power Foundation 1. Good - it works!

Furutech RTP-6N. Excellent! Makes the music sound unrestricted or not as choked as the Foundation 1.

That is the best I can describe the sound.... unrestricted? Choked? :scratch2: I can't think of better words - sorry!

 

[Tangent]

Now, in another buddies tube system in his house we heard no real differences. That is why I attributed it to the horrible wiring in my apartment complex.

I tend to agree... it all depends on your particular situation.

And it's probably why folks call BS and get into fights.

You can't really tell unless you are in the other guys place & listening room.