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... abit confused: how does a power cord affect the presentation of sound...

Hello to all...

I was shifting around components in my system, trying to squeeze out better controlled bass, more definition within the soundstage, and better define the "voice/midrange" presentation...

I presently have a tube preamp (hardwired with a wall wart) into an HT Receiver; source is a Marantz SA-8001 CD Player

Swapped out a Yamaha HTR -5550 (hardwired) for a Parasound HCA-750A (which needs a power cord).

CD Player is powered with a PS Audio Statement SC power cord, so I went in my closet and pulled out another PS AUDIO Statement SC power cord, hooked it up and expect to give it at least 5 days continuous re-break-in before serious listening.

Took a minute to lookup reviews about this power cord - and I read some rather confusing reviews: some luved 'um, some liked 'um, but some thought them " ...slow... " (?), and giving a veiled presentation...

I'm gonna listen and decide myself - but I'm abit confused: how does a power cord affect the presentation of sound - I know that interconnects and speaker cables would/could/Do affect sound presentation - but how could a power cord?

Explanation/thoughts please...
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vinylguy2016
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Why spend so much money on an expensive power cord?  Just make sure that the copper wire gauge is more than sufficient for the current draw of your equipment - particularly the power amplifier.  If in doubt, go with the next thickest (lowest number gauge) to minimize voltage drop.
The power supply of any quality audio component will absorb and properly filter any interference that might be picked up by an unshielded cord.  Use the money saved to upgrade the quality of those components instead.  Don't be fooled by the audio hype!  I have followed the power cord advice of legendary Marantz experts Sid Smith and Dick Sequerra for over 60 years with absolutely no regrets


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