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New expensive power cord for amp and no change in sound?

I bought new an expensive(for me) well known and reviewed power cord for my very good amp and plugged it directly onto the wall socket. After a couple of weeks of daily use I hear no change in the sound quality from a $500 cord. I don’t want to name it for fear of getting my thread deleted. You would know it or at least be aware of the company. Did I throw away several thousand dollars? Before I get the snake oil answer I want to let you know that I bought an upgraded cord for my pre as suggested by the pre’s manufacturer and am pleased with the results.

I guess for full disclosure the amp’s manufacturer said don’t bother. But I had had good luck with the pre so I thought it would be a good idea.

Anybody else have this happen to them?

roxy1927

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jpwarren58
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Cable advice.

1. Make sure it is proper length.

2. Make sure it is flexible, unless you are into elephant trunks.

3. Shielding is a good idea.

4. Read the marketing. Gobbly gook pufferry, run away.

5. Buy commensurate with the cost of your system.

6. Keep expectations modest.

7. Read forums with large grains of salt.

8. Don't fret with a lack of significant improvement.  Just admire your purchase; your friends surely will.

9. Don't post cable threads. 

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