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Power Cord Reco for a Tube Int. Amp & CD Player?

I am currently using the stock power cords for both my tube integrated amp (VAC Avatar) and the CD player (Rega Planet 2000). They are both pretty quiet during operation with only 1 exception - when I turn the CD player OFF and leaving the amp ON. Then again, should I really care about that since it is only the 2 seconds before I turn the amp off anyway?

If I decide to switch from stock to branded power cords, what difference should I be expecting? I suspect that it largely depends on the wall outlet. Then again, how can I tell whether I have a "good" outlet or a "bad" one?

And if I decide to give it a college try, what would be a good power cord recommendation in the $200 range (used) or under, for each of my 2 components? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for all your help.
stevenkc

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crazy4blues
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Try an AC Master Coupler for the cdp. They pretty much go for about $150 here. You will probably be surprised by the difference. I think that you'll find that there is a greater difference (read, improvement) by employing PCs on your sources as opposed to your amps. I also like Audience PowerChords, but they tend to run a little more than $200.

Also, when you're able to expend the funds, try some power conditioning. PS Audio, Monster, Tice--they're all worth a try.

Either way, have fun!
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