6Moons, Mike Healy - March 2004
When I removed my reference Shunyata DiamondBacks and connected the powerChords, I heard the quietest background levels of any power cables I've yet had in my house. Read about it.
Soundstage, Doug Blackburn - March 2003
A powerChord or two or three will pump up the excitement level without undoing any of the good things the Au24 cables do for the sound. I don't think $379 is cheap for a power cord, but as prices go, the Audience powerChord acquits itself very nicely and has become my favorite sub-$400 power cord by a considerable margin. Read about it.
TAS Stocking Stuffer, Wayne Garcia - November 2002
Whatever is going on here, the thing works. I experimented with my Balanced Audio Technology VK-D5 CD player, VK-3i preamp, and VK-6200 multichannel amplifier, and in each case heard improvements to the noise floor (less garble and grunge), dynamic range (in both low-level nuance and high-level impact), and overall clarity and detail. Music's sense of time improved, too. The thing doesn't cost a fortune, either.
Stereo Times, Jim Merod - August 2002
The essential set of enhancements to be discovered from the Audience "powerChord" can all be grouped within that elusive notion of MUSICALITY. I've not yet heard any power chord that accomplishes such an engaging reinforcement of genuinely musical values -- the pace, relaxation, and tonal elements that define the heart of seductive musical experiences -- at such a modest price. Most Wanted Components of 2002
Stereophile, Brian Damkroger - August 2002
The audience au24 and powerChord are well worth checking out. They were excellent performers, reasonably priced, and best of all incredibly easy to use in any configuration. Complete Review
Bound for Sound, Martin DeWulf - January 2002
This power cord was as consistent in its results as any power cord I have ever used... Clean impact. The fastest transients this side of a lightning strike, as contrasts and depth of field reveal a clarity unknown to most electronics until plugged in with the powerChord... With its speed and resolution, the powerChord was surprisingly organic and color free in its presentation.
StereoTimes, Clement Perry - January 2000
Designed as a high current, low impedance cable, it compares with or surpasses the top of the heap. Complete Review
Audio Musings, Carlos Flores - Issue 14, 2001
I was shocked. Backgrounds are blacker. Highs are sweeter. Bass lines are better defined. Vocals have great tone without heavy colorations. Most importantly, my system was more musical.
Audio Musings, Francisco Duran - Issue 14, 2001
I heard a sweetness and open musical flow that I did not hear with my other power cords. If you are in the market for a good power cord, this is a place to start. |
