I recently replaced my JC1+ amps with ARC 160Ms and am delighted with them. I was using a pair of Shunyata Sigma V2 power cords with great results, but of course I need 20 amp plugs instead of the 15 amp I have. I could try the Shunyata C15 to C19 adapters for a few hundred dollar investment to get a feel of how the Sigma V2s would sound with the 160Ms, but I am unsure what effect the adapters have. What do others think about the adapters as a permanent or trial solution? Has anyone done a shootout with power cords with the 160Ms? I realize each cable has a unique effect in each system, but I was looking to narrow my choices. Thanks.
Power Cords for ARC REF 160Ms
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I have used a VooDoo 15 to 20 amp adapter before. Sorry but I can't comment on how the adapter compared to a terminated 20 amp power cord. If my memory is correct, I don't remember thinking the adapter was a bad thing. But if I was buying new cables I would get one terminated with a 20 amp end.
This is the one I used:
www.thecableco.com
This is the one I used:
Premium Silver 15 amp to 20 Amp IEC Adapter
VooDoo Cable Premium Silver 15 amp to 20 Amp IEC Adapter is made with cryogenically treated #10 AWG solid-core 99.99% pure silver conductors in Teflon dielectric with RTV Silicone insulation.
www.thecableco.com
The stock 20A power cords that ARC provides with the 160Ms are actually very good.
good to hear !
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best of luck with your choice
best of luck with your choice
There's very little in the high end audio world that's a bigger boondoggle than power cords.
Try the ESP cords. The Music Cord Pro comes w optional C19 connectors
www.essentialsound.com
If they're good enough for Victor Wooten, they're probably quite good indeed and for $250, they might be all you need unless you absolutely need a cord rated for 20 amps.
Try the ESP cords. The Music Cord Pro comes w optional C19 connectors
MusicCord Power Cords Compare Models | Essential Sound Products
www.essentialsound.com
If they're good enough for Victor Wooten, they're probably quite good indeed and for $250, they might be all you need unless you absolutely need a cord rated for 20 amps.
Hmm that is an interesting statement. Not sure how much I would value a product based on someone's name. I love a lot of Victor Wooten's music but probably will not take his advice on my personal listening experience. Now this isn't to take away from the power cord. I'm sure it is an outstanding cord.
You are correct. They may or may not be great cords for your needs. One thing is probably certain which is that they are great for bass as far as Victor is concerned. Whether they are great for all else, or your needs, remains to be seen. I only suggested them because it's hard to find substantial cables with a Nema 5-15P to C19 IEC connector at a fair price that are attractive to consider.
To stand out somewhat in cable land is quit difficult
Stiff competition going on thereKharma Enigma Extreme Signature Cables
Siltech Emperor Double Crown Speaker Cable
I second marty for the essential audio ( Victor wooten ) , apparently Ken stevens / CAT uses/ advises them.
And at a fair price
But may be they are to much of an enigma for an emperor with a double crown
And at a fair price
But may be they are to much of an enigma for an emperor with a double crown
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I have used these Shunyata adapters and they are quite fine - in fact I have compared the proper C19 cable with the C15 plus adapter and could not notice easily a difference, although using the old Shunyata Anaconda Helix's, not the Sigma. Still use the adapters very often, the VTL's, ARC's and even the CJ premier 350 also have these terrible C19 power connectors. Shunyata is an excellent match for Audio Research - the french distributor of Wilson Audio uses them in his own system with WAMM's and Audio Research Reference 160M's.
Just to try the cables you can get some cheap chinese C15/C19 adapters from eBay. They are not Ching Cheng , but will not completely kill the Sigma power cables .
Just to try the cables you can get some cheap chinese C15/C19 adapters from eBay. They are not Ching Cheng
, but will not completely kill the Sigma power cables .
A most capable DIY recipe that should save one a good few $ £ Eu etc etc , were I in the market for custom build I would be looking at DaveC in the US or Mark / Sablon in the UK
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