Various power cables, which would you put where?

@auxinput thanks alot for the detailed response!

The pairings were very different until now, and I realised I was probably not matching optimally.
Your answer pretty much validated that and the pairing I figured would make more sense. I now have it setup like you suggested and will listen this way for the next few days.

I have PMC DB1i speakers and in combination with the Exposure and NuWave DAC, I find my system very detailed but not harsh at all and not too forward, overall a sound I like. Thus, if deciding to upgrade connectors, it sounds like Rhodium would be the more appropriate option.

@bdp24 I would love to hear input on that as well , I haven’t replaced the outlets as of yet. I have found improvements when replacing the stock power cables with the ones mentioned above, so I’m not sure if replacing the outlet is a requirement to benefit from an upgraded PC.

@auxinput Thanks for all the info. I'm interested in a bit more details on the power strip. Currently my amp is connected directly to the wall (the second outlet is unused), and the DAC, PC and ifi iUSBPower are plugged into a Tripp Lite power strip/surge protector.

When I tried plugging in the headphone amp or DAC into the unused outlet where the amp is connected, that introduced a hiss/buzz when volume was turned way up. The power strip is connected to a different outlet and there isn't a buzz this way.

Budget is tight now, what do you think of something like this:
http://www.partsconnexion.com/product30344.html
I could probably use higher gauge internal wiring, and even a Furutech or Schurter filtered inlet.

@ebm care to elaborate? :)

Thanks for the suggestions, I will keep those in mind. I know there are lots of options, but what do you have any experience with the Furutech etp-60? I see them being listed from time to time

I like your last suggestion. It is still not within my budget currently, but I think I will pursue that direction. Seems like the best value for money.

@auxinput why did you suggest to get the FI-15 Plus and not the discontinued FI-15? A pair of IEC+AC plug is currently half price for the original FI-15.

Great info, thanks again!

Hi @jafant, not sure I understand your question.