I guess I need a power cable

muncybob
muncybob Posts: 3,042
edited May 2014 in 2 Channel Audio
Finally picking up a pre to get my Parasound amp into use. Problem is the amp has been sitting for so long I have misplaced the power cable. What's the best bang for the buck considering it's a relatively small amp(HCA 1000) and since I see upgrading the amp in the future(rabbit hole thing) the pc will probably go with the amp. I suppose I could just cheap out on one but at the same time I may be living with the amp for a year or so. Maybe get a good quality cord now and when the amp sells send a cheaper cord with it? Am also contemplating installing a dedicated 20 amp circuit for the system.
Yep, my name really is Bob.
Parasound HCA1500A(indoor sound) and HCA1000(outdoor sound), Dynaco PAS4, Denon DP1200 w/Shure V15 Type V and Jico SAS stylus, Marantz UD7007, Polk L600, Rythmik L12 sub.
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  • Upstatemax
    Upstatemax Posts: 2,670
    edited April 2014
    I've been very happy with my Signal Cable MagicPower cable for my HCA 1500A.

    Very well made and reasonable price.

    http://signalcable.com/magicpower.html
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  • TNHNDYMAN
    TNHNDYMAN Posts: 2,145
    edited April 2014
    I'd just use an old computer power cable until you can order something better. It would at least get you up and running to give you time to find something better for a good price.
    2-ch System: Parasound P/LD 2000 pre, Parasound HCA-1000 amp, Parasound T/DQ Tuner, Phase Technology PC-100 Tower speakers, Technics SL-1600 Turntable, Denon 2910 SACD/CD player, Peachtree DAC iT and X1asynchorus USB converter, HSU VTF-3 subwoofer.

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  • polkfarmboy
    polkfarmboy Posts: 5,703
    edited April 2014
    I have a few with full warranty on new ones.
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  • ken brydson
    ken brydson Posts: 8,761
    edited April 2014
    How long do you need? I have a 1m PS Audio Power Punch cord I just bought here on the forum. Turns out it's a bit short for my application. I'd pass it along for what I paid, $50 shipped. Here's the thread from the sale--

    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?159555-PS-Audio-Power-Punch-power-cord-1m
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  • NJPOLKER
    NJPOLKER Posts: 3,474
    edited April 2014
    muncybob wrote: »
    Finally picking up a pre to get my Parasound amp into use. Problem is the amp has been sitting for so long I have misplaced the power cable. What's the best bang for the buck considering it's a relatively small amp(HCA 1000) and since I see upgrading the amp in the future(rabbit hole thing) the pc will probably go with the amp. I suppose I could just cheap out on one but at the same time I may be living with the amp for a year or so. Maybe get a good quality cord now and when the amp sells send a cheaper cord with it? Am also contemplating installing a dedicated 20 amp circuit for the system.

    Hey Bob
    It's a no brainer. Go for the offer Ken made unless you need a longer cord.
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  • ken brydson
    ken brydson Posts: 8,761
    edited April 2014
    NJPOLKER wrote: »
    Hey Bob
    It's a no brainer. Go for the offer Ken made unless you need a longer cord.

    Talk to me quick before I rearrange the rack to make it fit...
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  • muncybob
    muncybob Posts: 3,042
    edited May 2014
    Can't measure anything until tonight. I do have an offer from a fellow Polkie on a DIY cord pending but that Power Punch looks nice. I can make a decision by the morning if that works?
    Yep, my name really is Bob.
    Parasound HCA1500A(indoor sound) and HCA1000(outdoor sound), Dynaco PAS4, Denon DP1200 w/Shure V15 Type V and Jico SAS stylus, Marantz UD7007, Polk L600, Rythmik L12 sub.
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  • ken brydson
    ken brydson Posts: 8,761
    edited May 2014
    I'm in no hurry...
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  • pitdogg2
    pitdogg2 Posts: 25,442
    edited May 2014
    put me down for 2nd dibs ....unless you "want" to rearrange your rack.
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  • dragon1952
    dragon1952 Posts: 4,899
    edited May 2014
    I sold that power cord to Ken. Even though it's one of PS Audio's older models it's a great power cord and I got it brand new, NOS just recently so you're basically get a brand new power cord for $50.
    2 channel - Willsenton R8 tube integrated, Holo Audio Spring 3 KTE DAC, audio optimized NUC7i5, Windows 10 Pro/JRiver MC29/Fidelizer Plus 8.7 w/LPS and external SSD drive, PS Audio PerfectWave P3 regenerator, KEF R3 speakers, Rythmik F12SE subwoofer, Audioquest Diamond USB cable, Gabriel Gold IC's, Morrow Audio SP5 speaker cables. Computer - Windows 10/JRiver, Schiit Magni 3+/Modi 3+, Fostex PMO.4n monitors, Sennheiser HD600 headphones
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  • muncybob
    muncybob Posts: 3,042
    edited May 2014
    ken, I'll take it...pm me with particulars please.
    Yep, my name really is Bob.
    Parasound HCA1500A(indoor sound) and HCA1000(outdoor sound), Dynaco PAS4, Denon DP1200 w/Shure V15 Type V and Jico SAS stylus, Marantz UD7007, Polk L600, Rythmik L12 sub.
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  • ken brydson
    ken brydson Posts: 8,761
    edited May 2014
    muncybob wrote: »
    ken, I'll take it...pm me with particulars please.

    PM sent
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