I am currently using Golden Reference and I don't have any coloration or speed issues in my system, in fact, it sounds neutral to me. You might need to steer clear of Cardas to get the sound you want.
Any great Cardas power cords?
What Cardas power cords have the same sound signature as Neutral Reference IC and speaker cables? I once tried Golden Reference and found it too slown and coloured for my taste and system (McIntosh & Sonus Faber). Neutral Reference IMHO has great balance of musicality and neutrality. What power cords do I need if I like that kind of sound? I'm a bit afraid that Cardas power cords will make my system sound too fuzzy and slow.