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Best power cables for Jeff Rowland 501 s ???

I have recently reconfigured my reference system to include the Rowland Capri preamp and the Rowland 501 Monos. The speakers are the Dunlavy SC-5s. Right now I'm using the stock power cords that are provided by Rowland out of the box. I'm using the Paul Speltz speakers anti-cables with double run 12 gauge and balanced interconnects. I would really like to find some power cables for the amps that will maximize the 'bass potential of the system' while still maintaining the other positive attributes at a reasonable price point.

All responses are welcome??
brauser

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guidocorona
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The JRDG 501 monos are quite similar to my JRDG 312. I also use a Capri pre. I have tried a few different combinations of cords:

Purist Anniversary -- sounds odd both on Capri and on 312. I like it much better on my X-01 Ltd front end.

Shunyata Anaconda Helix Alpha -- I like it best on Capri. Very transparent and nuanced. I suspect that given Capri consumes only 6W, the lower priced Python version would work as well.

Cardas Golden Reference -- I like it best on the amp. . . for some reason it seems to make things slightly etched wen connected to Capri.

Analysis Plus Oval 2 is often used on JRDG equipment. . . I have heard it several times and it is also quite nice. . . little more energetic than Anaconda and perhaps just very slightly less revealing.

Hope this helps.

Guido
guidocorona
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Dave, I have not used PC1 on Capri since last Summer. . . my impression at that time was that PC1 slowed down Capri response and closed in things a little. . . let's remember that Capri draws only 6W. . . perhaps capacitance in PC1 excessive for it? Never the less, I will soon insert PC1 on Capri once again. . . for all I know, my opinion may have changed.

Brauser, I have not tried PC1s on 501 monos, but the Continuum 500 is equivalent to a pair of 501 monos with a 1500W Power Factor Correction front end (something like 2 PC1 devices), and an aditional bank of output bulk capacitors. Dave can comment on its sound as it compares to the 501 monos.

Guido
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