dill

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Why no pics on A’gon Forum?
There is an image button on the response page.  
Power Cord for Accuphase Amplifier
"Please keep in mind, after you scratch contact surface, contact resistance could dramatically  increase, and then plugging “new fancy” cord will give you relief for few days.. then you need to try to “improve” sound again, by buying new PC :-) " ... 
Power Cord for Accuphase Amplifier
"Accuphase strongly recommends that you use only the stock cord " - That is because they are not going to recommend an aftermarket power cord because most are not UL approved and ones they provide are relativity inexpensive. They don’t want to be... 
I have just 2 words for all you jazz/blues music lovers...........
Nope, no audiophile recordings, some recordings are not very good at all. It is her voice and her ability to play piano & guitar plus what she accomplished in her short life. Go deep, deep and listen for yourself. Eva Cassidy    
Power Cord for Accuphase Amplifier
- Yep, just because it has better measurements doesn't mean it will sound best to all.  "What can be more arrogant than to dismiss science in favor of pure subjectivity?" - Audio is not a objective endeavor from a listening point of view, it has... 
Power Cord for Accuphase Amplifier
"I readily admit that these designer power cords look beautiful, but don't sound any different than a standard power cord. That is a legitimate opinion and many audiophiles subscribe to it. " - You are absolutely entitled to your opinion, however... 
Do your ears deceive you?
The OP's source a 28 year old test that only tested differences between wire gauges. The only test that matters is the person doing the listening, in their own system with their own music. Theories and opinions by others are irrelevant.   
Power Cord for Accuphase Amplifier
"it will sound no different than a $1,000 one." - Have you done the experiment?  
speakers and cables
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Power Cord for Accuphase Amplifier
"The most likely reason they recommend staying with the supplied PC is liability. The system has been tested / certified with that PC, and no others." - That is correct, when I was in the business, years ago I sold high end electronics and after ... 
Power Cord for Accuphase Amplifier
It pays to experiment and you will find one that works for you as there have been many good suggestions mentioned here and lots info available online. Just don't listen to: jasonborne71, megabite, mazian, 1971gto455ho, classicrockfan.  
Reel to reel
Checkout this site and scroll down to see if you find a place close to your location. Reel to Reel Repair    
Reel to reel
Pioneer RT-707 or RT-909. I have had both, rock solid build quality and good sound. Currently have a RT-707 in my garage system and use it all the time with my homemade tapes.  
A Better Way to Buy Gear - Help Needed
"--all the guys on page 1 that were sure this was a scam." Yes, but it looks like he made the trip to check it out in person - " I would have said "maybe", but now I am glad I made the trip."  
Shocked removed spikes, used blue tack, what other non spike footer
"Necro-thread revival festival?" - Does not exist ....