Power cord length


I upgraded all my power cords to Nordost Red Dawn. My cabinet sits directly in front of outlets. I have McIntosh MC830 monoblocks. Originally I purchased 2m lengths but don't like all the extra cord clutter so purchased a 1m length for left channel amp. After the fact I read Nordost spec sheet which stated minimum length 2m is recommended. Dealer stated "2m works the best for it to really filter". Also, both cords must be same length for "time alignment"; when using monoblocks "different length wires will sound slightly different". I am thinking to buy another 1m for right channel to solve timing thing and additional clutter cleanup. Ok, that's my situation- I am requesting explanations/opinions/knowledge/recommendations-  I read a similar post awhile back and  seek additional clarification. Thank you.

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@jeffstrick    Thank you.  Your first post is incorrect.  Your second post is entirely correct.  Power cables cannot have sound.  And in particular, changing the lengths cannot change the sound.  Even if you install 2 miles of power cable of suitable current carrying capacity.

@clearthinker no it is interesting, who are you to say that it is not. I find both sides of this coin interesting. This is a discussion forum is it not? To discuss ideas, theory and experiences. I find it all fascinating. 

@clearthinker 

 

Let me make this crystal clear… I have two Audio Quest Hurricanes power cords of the same generation, one is one meter in length and the other one two meter in length and the two meter one sounds better… quieter, greater depth and dynamics to the sound. Makes my system sound better. 

@jeffstrick   You ask how power cords can have sound.  They cannot.  Unless someone here comes along and tells me how it all works.

 

@ghdprentice     I can only think they had a bad day at the factory when they made one of the cords.