I've made half a dozen detachable power cords from the 14-gauge Home Depot extension cord (so-called "HD-14") first praised in The Absolute Sound several months ago. I don't know why anyone would choose a lower gauge. I like the HD-14s better than the other aftermarket PCs I was using (mostly Omega Mikro and Mapleshade) and have had some pairs cryoed for additional (marginal) improvement. I use Shurter IECs and several kinds of AC plugs. The main thing to remember is that these things are VERY directional. Take the time to make two pairs -- with the embossed legend heading both directions -- and try them both in each link. Your ears will tell you which one works best. And no, I'm not kidding. Good luck, Dave
Home Depot Power Cord?
Hello, we all heard about the success with Home Depot's electrical extension cord used by DIY's for speaker wire.
Has any one tried to make a power cord with it?
I would assume that the lower the guage the better the performance, so if one selects a 7 guage extension cord it should be pretty good for low capacitance and open sound with wide sounstage.
ted
Has any one tried to make a power cord with it?
I would assume that the lower the guage the better the performance, so if one selects a 7 guage extension cord it should be pretty good for low capacitance and open sound with wide sounstage.
ted
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