Hi Carl- Honest, no bashing. Given any particular system, a change may not render an improvement, only a difference. As you stated, if the PS300 produced such a huge improvement, I'd agree that you probably do have significant A/C power quality problems. If your power feeds, dedicated lines preferred, were improved, I have little doubt as to the improvements with the FIM Gold. ( Have you tried the FIM feeding the PS300 or on your DAC/CD player?). I've found that the FIM may be the most "universal" of the "super" power cords in that you can use them throughout your system without being overloaded by a particular coloration or tonal emphasis. Obviously, personal preference will dictate the use of any particular component or combination of components. With this in mind, it can be problematic to say that one item is superior to another in all applications. We can only critique within the limitations of the system(s) that we own or routinely hear. However, given that I've owned and lived with two each Black Mamba, Cobra, King Cobra v1, ElectraGlide Fat Boy SE, and Coincident power cords, and was afforded the opportunity to audition the FIM Gold at length, I strongly suggest that you re-audition the FIM after you've done everthing you can to improve your main A/C power feeds. I believe the FIM is that good. Just my .02 .
What AC Power Cord sounds best?
I'm looking to upgrade my power cords. I currently have 4 Synergistic Research AC Master Couplers in my system. They sound great but I understand there are some others out there with a quiter background, better bass, increase resolution, etc. Please let me know of your experiences with the 'really good stuff'. Thanks!