Power cable for my PS Audio Directstream

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Hello, I’m looking for a good power cable for my PS Audio Directstream DAC.

The choice is overabundant; I was thinking of Audience, Crystal Cable, Shunyata gear… Any suggestions?

Thanks

Antoine

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I have tried others, but the PS Audio AC-12 just stays stuck in my DSD and other components.

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I’ve tried all that you listed here. I settled on Audience AU24SX, medium power. In my system and ears, they’re clearly my favorite.
But for much less money, the Shunyata Delta V2 NR are great for that application.
The Cable Co. is a good source.

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There are so many great power cords, but I found a real doozy especially for a DAC.
Not the Cardas Clear Beyond, but the Cardas Clear Beyond XL. It has the richness easy sound of the Clear Beyond, but takes it a step further and gives you incredible amount of detail too. One of my favorite power cables.

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+1 for the Cable Co. Take advantage of their lending library. Always nice to be able to try before you buy.
Also, checkout Analysis Plus Power Ovals and Power Oval 10.

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I’ve been very pleased with the Shunyata Delta V2 NR on my DSD and BHK Preamp. The sound is clear, smooth, and dynamic, while not sounding at all harsh or fatiguing in extended listening.

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Go for it …

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Try the Pangea AC14SE MkII…this is a very worthy cable with great dynamics.
No dynamics restrictions here…very fast responding to dynamic musical needs,
while not masking minute details…and certainly not bright.

Currently using Pangea AC14SE MkII with my DS dac, Oppo 205, Ac9SE MkIIs
with P15 and parasound JC5…Highly recommend Pangea…

Best wishes in your cable journey!!

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Welcome @matake92! I use Audioquest NRG-Z3 on my source equipment. It uses the same copper as the AQ Hurricane and under $200 it’s a low cost high reward upgrade IMO

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