After auditioning many of the best power cords (PC's), including ESP, Electraglide, Cardas, Synergistic, Kimber, etc., I read the Soundstage! (on line mag) review of the Shunyata PowerSnakes by Grant Samuelsen. I followed up by contacting Grant, who is probably one of the most experienced power cord reviewers around. At his suggestion I contacted the Shunyata CEO, Caelin Gabriel, who has made power delivery his life's work. In summary, I purchased 3 PowerSnake Black Mambas (the medium priced PC), along with 2 WATTaGATE audio grade wall outlets. At Mr. Gabriel's suggestion, I removed my line conditioner and ran all 3 PC's directly into the wall. The combination was the most significant upgrade to my system since a major interconnect and speaker cable improvement a couple of years ago. I'll spare you the usual audiogeek ramblings, but just let me say that my system went from sounding like an outstanding hi fi, to as close to live music as I have ever been. The soundstaging, holographic immage, bass impact, overall dynamics, separation of instruments (there I go rambling, but I couldn't help myself) were monumental. I cannot recommend these wonderful power cords highly enough. My only regret is that for now, I couldn't afford the top of the line King Cobras, but at least I have reason to live!!!!! Read Grant's review, contact Brian Kelly at www.HelloHiFi.com and arrange to audition some PowerSnakes in your home - I know that you will be snakebitten like the rest of us who have tried them. Happy Listening
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!