For what is worth i went with a solidly built cable which would allow the best routing.
It was more important for me to have a good quality, shielded cable which does not touch anything on its way than to search for the best sounding power chord. Mine is called the Essential Audio Tools Spyder L. It is made in Holland, does not cost too much and is using star earthing, which many believe is beneficial to Naim devices. I have all my devices hooked up with it.
The other obvious choice would be the Naim Powerline, which has the advantage of using a decoupled plug and is in line with the Naim philosophy. The cable itself is nothing fancy and exotic, it is the plug which really make it special.
Hello conlegno - thanks for the information about cables placement. Yesterday I removed my cabling and un hooked the components mainly because they were a rats nest. I ordered a new audio rack and some cable risers. Today I’m searching for higher quality and better manageable power cables. I’ll research your Essential Audio and see if it’s available around me. I’m in the US so even locating a Naim Powerline is a task. I like the Wireworld as it’s a flat cable and very manageable. I’m still very interested in the Synergistic Research line as well. Thanks for your input, especially regarding the grounding information.
G.1
Easy solution. Reach out to AVOptions - they have “ac products” in a web store. Their cryo-treated genuine Tibia cords are what you’re looking for. Get a 12 gauge if you’d like; they are the real deal and not silly money.
AVOptions are good to know as a Naim owner. They are Naim certified for repair and ex Naim employees. They do a lot of DR upgrades, re-capping, etc. And highly trustworthy and reliable.
I live in the US also and use AV Options TibiaPlus12 Deep-Cryo AC power cables on my NAIM products. A pleasure to do business with and if you check out their website you will see they provide NAIM service as well as sell power cables, speaker cables and other hi-fi products. A lot of US NAIM owners use their services/products. You will find them with a internet search.
Hi Bart- I’ve been in touch with AV Options for quite somentine. Kevin and te guys are the great.
I have one of the First Generation Wiremold from about 15+ years ago. It’s not Cryogenicly treated but it’s is the best strip I’ve owned. I bought a 12 awg Tibia
Plus Deep-Cryo this morning. Thanks for the feedback everyone.
jawsayer09, I’m reading you loud and clear on the Synergistic Research cables. I spoke to Steven at the Cable Company today. With all of the recent outlay of cash I couldn’t stretch for the Synergistic Research. By the way he stated that the Black 10 awg would be more appropriate for the S’Nait 3.
That’s great. I also meant Blue 10 awg (for some reason I wrote 12 awg). The Black is also very well regarded. I hear you on the cost for the outlay. I only went full-on because I received a great deal on multiples. Good luck!
I say just use the cables in the box. I don’t get why people buy an amp/integrated and right away,before they even hear it,want to upgrade power cords and interconnects.
It reminds me of people who buy a 4 cylinder car,then want to soup it up to go faster with add-ons. Just buy a v-8 to begin with. Your money is better spent on a better amp/preamp than buying fancy cables for a lesser amp.IMO.
That’s what I use for Power. Along with a Shunyata Denali PLC.
Fwiw there is a lot of prejudice against power line products here. It stems from back in the day when most PLC’s did in fact limit dynamics. I’d say as of the mid 90’s the good units have vanquished these problems and the best of the modern units are essential for best sound. A lot of folks here use the Audioquest Niagara’s 3000 and 5000 being quite popular
I spoke to TheCableCompany today. I had Synergistic Research Blue 12 awg picked out but Steven advised that the Supernait 3 would respond better under the Black 10 awg better. Only $99.00 more.
Something to consider.
G.1
An easy thing for him to say. Not knocking TCC at all, (and here comes the . . . ) BUT it’s super easy to say ‘get the fatter cable.’ Why not?!?!? Has he listened to a SN3 with each? Even if he has is there any bias whatsoever to get you into the more expensive product?
We love our dealers and could not pursue this hobby without them. Yes, good dealers will tell you when you’re looking at the wrong product. But here there is nothing “wrong” with what they recommend.
I cannot imagine that any sort of real world listening test will separate a 12 gauge from a 10 gauge power cord on an SN3.