WTB: Cheap Power Cord

uvaskeme
uvaskeme Posts: 56
edited March 2008 in Wanted (WTB) Classifieds
I'm looking for a cheap power cord for my Anthem MCA 30. I just got the amp used off Agon, but it didn't include the cord. The Anthem tech told me to get a 2 prong polarized one that is at least 14 gauge. I don't know much about power cords, but I really don't want to spend a lot on it. My max is probably no more than $75, but less is always better. If you have one, or if you know of a place that sells decent ones, please let me know. Thanks!
My Setup
Onkyo TX-SR805
Anthem MCA 30
Polk Audio LSi15
Polk Audio LSiC
Polk Audio FXi A4
Bic Acoustech H-100

Collecting Dust
Polk Audio RTi10
Polk Audio CSi5
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  • dragon1952
    dragon1952 Posts: 4,899
    edited March 2008
    http://www.avhifi.com/xcart/product.php?productid=16505
    PS Audio xStream Power Punch Power Cable

    49.99 shipped. It has a removable ground pin so, in your case, if you ever wanted to use it with another component that utilizes the ground you'd be good to go. This place takes PayPal too. Don't get the 2-prong C7 though as that wouldn't fit the amp end.
    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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  • jimi64
    jimi64 Posts: 85
    edited March 2008
    These are a little more $ - Shunyata Venom or PS Audio Prelude SC.
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  • jimi64
    jimi64 Posts: 85
    edited March 2008
    Oops-forgot the prices-Shunyata $99. PS Audio $135.
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  • uvaskeme
    uvaskeme Posts: 56
    edited March 2008
    thanks for your help guys. i think ps audio might be the way to go. are the ps audio preludes any good (the non-sc version)? i can get a 1.5m used for $75. thanks.
    My Setup
    Onkyo TX-SR805
    Anthem MCA 30
    Polk Audio LSi15
    Polk Audio LSiC
    Polk Audio FXi A4
    Bic Acoustech H-100

    Collecting Dust
    Polk Audio RTi10
    Polk Audio CSi5
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  • AndyGwis
    AndyGwis Posts: 3,655
    edited March 2008
    They are all good. That Prelude sounds like a great deal for $75. Make sure it's IEC and not C7 as someone else mentioned.
    Stereo Rig: Hales Revelation 3, Musical Fidelity CD-Pre 24, Forte Model 3 amp, Lexicon RT-10 SACD, MMF-5 w/speedbox, Forte Model 2 Phono Pre, Cardas Crosslink, APC H15, URC MX-950, Lovan Stand
    Bedroom: Samsung HPR-4252, Toshiba HD-A2, HK 3480, Signal Cable, AQ speaker cable, Totem Dreamcatchers, SVS PB10-NSD, URC MX-850
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  • uvaskeme
    uvaskeme Posts: 56
    edited March 2008
    I will be getting the 1.5m Preludes tomorrow. One question, though... are they polarized? The Anthem manual says to only use a "polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other)." From the pictures on the PS Audio website, the blades look to be the same size.
    My Setup
    Onkyo TX-SR805
    Anthem MCA 30
    Polk Audio LSi15
    Polk Audio LSiC
    Polk Audio FXi A4
    Bic Acoustech H-100

    Collecting Dust
    Polk Audio RTi10
    Polk Audio CSi5
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  • jimi64
    jimi64 Posts: 85
    edited March 2008
    Yes,they are.
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  • nspindel
    nspindel Posts: 5,343
    edited March 2008
    Check out Signal Cable, very well reviewed on this and other forums. This one's cheaper than your price range and will do you right. Frank gives a 5% ClubPolk discount as well:

    http://signalcable.com/magicpower.html

    I have 3 power cords, the power extension, and 2 pairs of interconnects from him. Top quality build, great prices, sound awesome, and highly regarded so they sell quite well if you decide to pass it on. I wish I'd heard of him before I did my own DIY cables (but I like those too....)

    EDIT: Actually this is a three-prong cord, but if you call Frank perhaps he'd do a 2-pronged beauty for you....
    Good music, a good source, and good power can make SDA's sing. Tubes make them dance.
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