I apologize if I posted duplicate responses. Seems the AG website is operating with a substantial lag tonight.
Upgrade a power cord for a NAD?
I probably know what answers I may receive but I ask this question to those having a similar system......I have a NAD C375BEE integrated amp. While not considered "high end" it is more than adequate for my needs. All of the interconnects for additional components are replaced with ones that came "in the box" with decent quality Audioquest cables and others. There is no dedicated line for the system, power conditioner, or upgraded power outlet.
My question.....Would an upgraded power cable for the NAD provide any noticeable improvement in performance over the stock cable NAD provides?
If the power cable is a nonissue in my system, then it is what it is. Any opinions out there?
My question.....Would an upgraded power cable for the NAD provide any noticeable improvement in performance over the stock cable NAD provides?
If the power cable is a nonissue in my system, then it is what it is. Any opinions out there?
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justvintagestuff
. Thank you for your suggestions. As I stated in my OP, I have replaced all of the supplied interconnects"out of the box" ones that came with connected components that they supply. I use mostly high grade Audioquest cables and others that are a bit more expensive. Mine is not a high end system. I have read many forum comments about "break in". Surely, a topic of intense debate. Maybe some components such as speakers need a sufficient break in time. But....cables? I just can't see that as a matter of logic. Maybe some types of break in times are just "brain" break in times. Please read my OP. Just ask about a replacement power cord for my modest NAD amp.Thank You. |
justvintagestuff
. Thank you for your suggestions. As I stated in my OP, I have replaced all of the supplied interconnects"out of the box" ones that came with connected components that they supply. I use mostly high grade Audioquest cables and others that are a bit more expensive. Mine is not a high end system. I have read many forum comments about "break in". Surely, a topic of intense debate. Maybe some components such as speakers need a sufficient break in time. But....cables? I just can't see that as a matter of logic. Maybe some types of break in times are just "brain" break in times. Please read my OP. Just ask about a replacement power cord for my modest NAD amp.Thank You. |
justvintagestuff
......Thank You for all of your suggestions. This is truly an interesting hobby. In the end, it's always about what sounds best to OUR ears.My system is probably pretty modest in comparison to many posting on this site.My system with the NAD amp..... PSB Imagine B stand mount speakers2 10" powered subsOutlaw ICBM bass managementPioneer PL-530 TT (original owner) with Grado Gold cartridgeGraham Slee phono stageNAD C546BEE CD I occasionally listen with headphones but mostly thru the speakers. All of the interconnects are Audioquest but not the lowest Evergreen line. I would love to be able to afford some of the more expensive components described here and will continue to investigate power cords. I am just skeptical about spending mega bucks on cables and the like if my system is not capable of reaping the benefits of them.Thanks again for the input from all. |