Need recommendations for inexpensive power cord


I’ve never used after market power cords and am considering buying a couple.  I have some questions:

Considering the astronomical price power cords go for, is there any point getting one or two in a lower price range?
At what price point do power cords start to make a difference in your system?
I have two monoblock NuForce class D 160 watt amps.  Is this where they should go? 
Can someone recommend an inexpensive power cord that can make a difference?

 
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Showing 4 responses by lak

@rvpiano, It depends on what you consider a lower price range? 

I can highly recommend Furutech Nano Series power cords made by Mike Kay Of Audio Archon in Illinois. Audioarchon.com

Called the Blue Power cord and would be made with your choice of connecting ends at whichever price works for you. I would phone him and discuss your needs and he would be able to suggest what he thinks would work best for you.

Depending on your selection you could be talking around $250 or more per power cord. I own several and they do perform better than power cords I've purchased costing $1000 or more.

There is more to making power cords than buying wire and putting a male and female end on it, such as using Furutech Nano Liquid contact enhancer ($180 for a very small bottle) and other secrets they have. This is why I suggest having Mike make them for you, I know he doesn't cut any corners and guarantees his work.

I should also point out there are other stores out there that could make you the same power cord for you.
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Tweek Geek

Good luck and best wishes to your endever.

Upgraded power cords are still going to improve the sound of your music even with the use of your  Isotek power conditioner. The question is which piece of equipment should you try in on? I say this because you have not said what other components you are using and I'm guessing from your original post that you are only using stock power cords on all your compoients. 
@rvpiano what power cords are on your Dac and Transport?
While we are at it (if you don't mind) which Dac and Transport are you using?
@rvpiano, good move on the Isotek power conditioner with the Elite power cord. All I'm suggesting is that if you should ever want to upgrade the power cord or cords to your Dac, Transport or Oppo I believe you will hear an additional improvement in your music.