Skeptical no more


A while back I started a thread called " power cords-snake oil? ".I,like I'm sure a lot of others, was skeptical that different power cords could make much of a difference.Since then, based on feedback I received here, I decided to upgrade my stock cords with all new ones from Dedicated Audio, the "pds", moderately priced but very well constructed cords. They really do make a big difference, I'm really very pleasantly surprised.I do still doubt, however, that spending hundreds more on even heavier, fancier cords could make that much more of a difference. I mean, I see one cord costing more than I spent on several. There has got to be a limit of diminishing returns, right ?(Well maybe I am still a little skeptical after all).
robedk

Showing 1 response by albertporter

I am pleased that you tried something that you were sceptical of and were rewarded for your curiosity. As Detlof said, the proof lies in long term listening. Perhaps your new acquisition will add to your listening pleasure and encourage you to do additional testing.

Your concerns about diminishing returns are well founded. I must add though that the least expensive system that delivers sound is the best value. From there on, each must decide just how far to push the envelope, and how to value each incremental gain. As with all things in life, the closer to state of the art (or perfection) , the more expensive it becomes.