- Aug 10, 2019
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Just stumbled across PS Audio's description for their PerfectWave AC cables, and I don't understand them.
The theory is quite simple: you analyse the transmission characteristics of your power cables, observe that the cable does not respond the same way to the tested frequencies, and redesign your cable so that it does exhibit your preferred characteristics. In their case, they are introducing strands of different thickness (and different shape!) to allow all frequencies the most unimpeded transportation possible.
Except... (and please do correct me if I'm wrong here)... there is only one mains frequency (50Hz) that you actually want to have, right? All other frequencies should be unwanted, and only add impurity to your system? Did PS Audio really design a power cable that will protect noise as it travels to your amp?
What am I missing here?
The theory is quite simple: you analyse the transmission characteristics of your power cables, observe that the cable does not respond the same way to the tested frequencies, and redesign your cable so that it does exhibit your preferred characteristics. In their case, they are introducing strands of different thickness (and different shape!) to allow all frequencies the most unimpeded transportation possible.
Except... (and please do correct me if I'm wrong here)... there is only one mains frequency (50Hz) that you actually want to have, right? All other frequencies should be unwanted, and only add impurity to your system? Did PS Audio really design a power cable that will protect noise as it travels to your amp?
What am I missing here?