Nordost Valhalla Power cord

[Puma Cat]

Originally Posted by cmalak

Tom...I think if you move up the Shunyata line you will find good improvement at not so much more money. I hear the Black Mamba cords @$495 I think should be a nice step up. You can also buy used Python Helix Alpha (version before current CX series) which used to retail for $1100 for $500. That should also be a nice step up from your Diamondback. Certainly no need to buy $3K Valhalla power cord.

Great advice, Cyril!

[Puma Cat]

Originally Posted by Ritmo

I felt the Shunyatas were a bit more dynamic with deeper bottom end. The Nordost sounded very nice as well, to my ears, probably a tad bright. Both very nice, ultimately selection depends on personal taste and system matching.

Hope that helps!

Mike

That "a tad bright" might drive you crazy over the long run...

[Puma Cat]

Originally Posted by tdelahanty

Borrowed a Valhalla power cord to try on my cdp. It was an improvement over my Shunyata Diamondback, as it should be for 3k. I liked it better between the cdp and Furman Ref-15 than from the Furman to the wall outlet. It's very good but so expensive I need not worry about buying it.

Tom,
I agree with Cyril the Black Mamba are a notable step up from Diamondback, but if you are willing to experiment for your gear, try a Venom3. I personally find it more transparent, dynamic and punchier than Diamondback, and a bit richer sounding. While DB Platinum is excellent, I prefer Venom3. And at $95, is a smokin' good power cord! Multiple thumbs up from me.

[Puma Cat]

Originally Posted by cmalak

Tom...I think if you move up the Shunyata line you will find good improvement at not so much more money. I hear the Black Mamba cords @$495 I think should be a nice step up. You can also buy used Python Helix Alpha (version before current CX series) which used to retail for $1100 for $500. That should also be a nice step up from your Diamondback. Certainly no need to buy $3K Valhalla power cord.

Cyril, just as an FYI, the Black Mamba CX is currently priced $595 at 1.8 meters, the BM HC CX is $795. I know 'cause I have two of each!

Agree with Ritmo they are superb. Love 'em!

[cmalak]

Originally Posted by Puma Cat

Cyril, just as an FYI, the Black Mamba CX is currently priced $595 at 1.8 meters, the BM HC CX is $795. I know 'cause I have two of each!

Agree with Ritmo they are superb. Love 'em!

Stephen...thanks for the correction. The HC version is the High Current version to use with either a power conditioner (Hydra, V-Ray, or the new versions Triton and Talos) or with a power amp, correct?

[Puma Cat]

Originally Posted by cmalak

Stephen...thanks for the correction. The HC version is the High Current version to use with either a power conditioner (Hydra, V-Ray, or the new versions Triton and Talos) or with a power amp, correct?

"You are correct, sir"-Sydney Greenstreet, The Maltese Falcon

On a more serious note, I'm pretty intrigued by the new Shunyata Triton and Talos; apparently represents a clean sheet of paper, ground up redesign of Shunyata's power distributors.

[f1 fan]

Originally Posted by tdelahanty

Borrowed a Valhalla power cord to try on my cdp. It was an improvement over my Shunyata Diamondback, as it should be for 3k. I liked it better between the cdp and Furman Ref-15 than from the Furman to the wall outlet. It's very good but so expensive I need not worry about buying it.

Tom...WOW! and I thought my Kimber PK10 Palladians were crazy expensive!

Dave

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[turntable]

Nordost Valhalla cables are not bright. far from it, they are pure as crystal water.

If they are sounding bright, look elsewhere for the offending piece of equipment.

that said, most cables are basically tone controls, so pick which one you prefer.

I will never sell my Valhalla ic's. I wish I did not sell my pc's a few years ago. however I to blamed the valhalla's for something ary elsewhre in the system.