I tried many cords on the Premier. I stayed under $1k as well, as I have a hard time rationalizing that kind of cash. On the Premier I tried the stock pc, DCCA Reference Master (2008), DCCA Musical Essence 2, Audience Powerchord, Wergzyn Copper Slam, Synergistic Research Tesla T3, VH Audio Flavor 4 (Wattgate), Flavor 4 (Furutech), and PS Audio Statement SC. I was not able to get the upper mids and highs to sing and my speakers have planar tweeters. About the best upper end clarity I achieved was using the Flavor 4 (Furutechs) and the performance was better in the upper end, but not extended as it could be. I did not try any more expensive cords than these. Another Audiogoner, Joeyboynj, swears by the performance of the Synergistic Research Precision Reference on the Premier. It beat out all other cords he tried. For me, I would have liked to try it, but I was unwilling to spend that much. One cord I did not try but would suggest to you is the VH Audio Airsine. After 6 months of trialing power cords I sold my Premier. By the way there is a Premier mod in the works. I can't remember by whom. It would be worth investigating. I think it is supposed to improve clarity and dynamics
Power Cord for PS Audio Power Plant Premier?
I recently replaced my power conditioner with a PS Audio PPP. The old unit's cable had the 20A connector, so I installed the PPP with a PS Audio Statement PC expecting some synergy. While much better than the old conditioner in terms of definition, extension, and "Hi-Fi" characteristics, with the combo there is an emphasis on upper mid/low treble that does not wear well. I tried a JPS Power AC, much richer lower mids and musical flow, but rather dark on top. The PSA cord may just have a long burn-in, but I'm curious what others might have found specifically complements the PPP - or not. Say under $1000 for the sake of argument.
Dedicated 15A AC line, but plenty of compact fluorescent bulbs and a few dimmers in the house. Current demands are low - SACD/CDP, TT, phono stage, passive pre, Bel Canto Class D 150 wpc monoblocks.
Dedicated 15A AC line, but plenty of compact fluorescent bulbs and a few dimmers in the house. Current demands are low - SACD/CDP, TT, phono stage, passive pre, Bel Canto Class D 150 wpc monoblocks.