Delta and Alpha Power Cord flexibility

[Still-One]

On the male end you might be able to order right hands connections. Many manufacturers offer this for their customers.n Not sure about the female ends.

[MisterBritt]

Originally Posted by audioguy3107

Oh sure, I meant a difference in the standard Alpha vs. the EF.......just thinking if there wasn't any performance difference why wouldn't you just make Efs so no one would have to worry about space constraints?

I think there are two differences between the Alpha NR and the EF models. Three if you include that the NR series retails for $300 more than the EF.

1) The EF (which I take to mean Extra Flexible) brings that to the shelve

2) The NR incorporates CCI technology (which I take to mean Component to Component Interface or perhaps Component Contamination Interlock)

CCI™ filters have the unique ability to reduce component-generated power line noise without inhibiting DTCD™ (dynamic transient current delivery). This unique filter element prevents power line noise from one component contaminating the other adjacent electronic components. Shunyata Research’s **CCI™ filter modules consist of proprietary multi-stage filters that reduce power supply-generated noise without the use of heavy transformers, coils or large capacitors.

[audioguy3107]

Originally Posted by MisterBritt

I think there are two differences between the Alpha NR and the EF models. Three if you include that the NR series retails for $300 more than the EF.

1) The EF (which I take to mean Extra Flexible) brings that to the shelve

2) The NR incorporates CCI technology (which I take to mean Component to Component Interface or perhaps Component Contamination Interlock)

CCI™ filters have the unique ability to reduce component-generated power line noise without inhibiting DTCD™ (dynamic transient current delivery). This unique filter element prevents power line noise from one component contaminating the other adjacent electronic components. Shunyata Research’s **CCI™ filter modules consist of proprietary multi-stage filters that reduce power supply-generated noise without the use of heavy transformers, coils or large capacitors.

Yes, on closer examination on their site that does look to be the primary difference......wonder how big of a real world difference that would make, I mean if you're spending that much on a power cable you might as well get the max benefit even if the NR is just a bit more money. Guess you'd have to really compare in your system to know.

- Buck

[Puma Cat]

Originally Posted by audioguy3107

Yes, on closer examination on their site that does look to be the primary difference......wonder how big of a real world difference that would make, I mean if you're spending that much on a power cable you might as well get the max benefit even if the NR is just a bit more money. Guess you'd have to really compare in your system to know.

- Buck

It would make a notable and discernable difference. There are real improvements as you move up the Shunyata product lineup; you just have to decide for yourself if the degree of improvement represents a value proposition for you at the price. Best way to find out is to rent some for a few weeks and try them out.

[vintage_tube]

Originally Posted by MisterBritt

The NR incorporates CCI technology (which I take to mean Component to Component Interface or perhaps Component Contamination Interlock)

Just for the record it's Component-to-Component Interference

Best Sir,

Bob

[SL1800]

Buck my preamp sits 7” from the wall and I don’t think it should be any closer with the Shunyata power cord on it.

[2fastdriving]

Originally Posted by SL1800

Buck my preamp sits 7” from the wall and I don’t think it should be any closer with the Shunyata power cord on it.

Steve, I think the question is about the new extra flexible ones. I have the old ones Like you and agree, you need a little more space with those snakes.

[audioguy3107]

Originally Posted by 2fastdriving

Steve, I think the question is about the new extra flexible ones. I have the old ones Like you and agree, you need a little more space with those snakes.

Well, if I have a choice I'd rather go with the Alpha or Sigma NR standards, but it really doesn't matter if I have to pull my rack out halfway into the room, I may not have a choice and may have to do the EFs, at least with my ARC phone pre, that thing is pretty deep as it is.

- Buck

[SL1800]

With that big room of yours what’s another inch or two?!?!?!?

[MisterBritt]

Originally Posted by audioguy3107

Well, if I have a choice I'd rather go with the Alpha or Sigma NR standards, but it really doesn't matter if I have to pull my rack out halfway into the room, I may not have a choice and may have to do the EFs, at least with my ARC phone pre, that thing is pretty deep as it is.

- Buck

This might sound really dumb or obvious, but have you looked at the footers on your ARC phono pre and determined if you can slide it forward on the shelve an inch or two?