Power Cords--Your Preference?

Stock one usually has the highest ROI.

Jedinite,

I once built custom one from VanDenHul leftover bulk that they sent me for $25 shipped 6' total length that I plugged into modded VTL-MB100 that used to have fixed(non-detachable) power cord. Playing with non-detachable power cords did not bring to my ears any difference, but certainly increased the value of the modded VTL when I sold it:-).

Certainly playing with detachable ones is more fun, but to my practical experience the fixed ones especially for audio applications make much more sense to me (less connections, less transients, lessnoise) hence I did not bother to cut chassis to install IEC recepticle.

When I removed the stock power cord I was amazed that the wires looked brand new after nearly 16 years of usage and in addition it was very well designed. Still keep them in case anyone interested to buy:-) Alais from the aftermarket wires that covered with fancy hoisery and sleeves, I had a chance to look under the stock one and hence made my conclusion about ROI.

So folks, learn what you've already got before going crazy and stretch your pockets.

One of the best stock ones I've seen is from Crown 3600 amp. I would say that on audiophile market that piece alone would probably run for $400/1m, but unfortunately(may be fortunately:-)) it's captive. That monster is able to blast transient currents upto 100A+ just like welding machine and having 80V collector supply. So one can assume that the power cord in this machine is well suitable in any audiophole amp.

Audiofeil!
Stop hurting little kidz LOL!

Tbg,
I'm inexperienced user. Seen lots heard none.