Ideas? PowCords for deHavilland GM70 SETamps


My system is about as complete as I could want it. Some tell me Power cords make a huge difference. Hopefully someone with experience w/ S.E.T. amp could lend me a hand. These are 50 watters. They currently are using Zu Mother power cables to a Sound Application Power Conditioner. Source is APL 3910 (tube output) CDP direct to them. Zindak Gold speaker cables and Green Mountain Continuum 3 speakers.
Thanks in advance, Tom
carmantom
Tom,
What PC are you using on the APL? That's where I would put the effort first, if you've not already done so. With the amps, I've had excellent results with the Z-Squared Elite I cables, which can be had on auction or used for around $250 each. I'm using them on a pair of 50W triode monoblocks, and after a week of break-in, they sound open and relaxed. I've tried maybe 4 or 5 other PC's, up to the $800 price range, and I find the Z-Squared to be the most 'absent' (read: transparent) of the bunch.
You might also try putting the Zu PC's on the amps and running them direct to the wall. I have found our SET amps to generally sound constricted by conditioners. It may be worth a try, just to see what you think.
Best of luck. That's a very nice system you have, by the way.
Howard
I have had great success with Purist Audio Design Venustas power cords on the dh amps in one system and in a defferent system, I prefer the Nordost Vishnu - go figure! It would be best to give them both a listen if you can.
You could try the Foundation Research LC2 power cords with in-line conditioning. I've used them on my Wavelength Tritions and they sound very good. I also like the Elrod Signature series, but they're serious money...
Howard,
Thanks! It's funny you say that about direct to wall. Thant is what George said at deHavilland. He said they thought conditioners sometimes took away from music. Steve (smilin) also told me to consentrate on P.C. for APL 3910.
Thanks for your comments.

Jwpstayman and Gliderguider
I will do some research on your suggestions. Thankis

Tom