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AC cord for Manley Chinook...

I'd like to replace the power cord for my Manley Chinook phone preamp. Currently, I am using an older Pangea 14 SE.

I'm sure I can do better, but what are some considerations when selecting a power cord for a phono pre? In the scheme of the  AC cabling ladder, what is the level of importance with the phono pre-amplifier in the scheme of an entire system?

Andrew

larseand
mihorn
568 posts
 

Below is WTPC (WaveTouch power cable) sound. If you like the sound, try it.  Alex/Wavetouch

https://youtu.be/KVDsEBERKXs?si=LmPNcZcVoOD0LR-m&t=22

2A3 tube amp (4 watts, made in China)

https://youtu.be/RcMp-eo_rGk?si=5B769875YpcZiYWo&t=14

kennyc
1,863 posts
 

@larseand 

Yes- the Manley can benefit with a better PC, but there are so many choices.

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westcoastaudiophile
491 posts
 

"Manley can benefit with a better PC” ..better comparing to what, and how? 

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