Power Plus Cryo Power Cord

Audio components (and specifically amplifiers) draw current in pulses. Depending on the output, too small a gauge of the power cable will result in excess resistance. The DH Labs Power Plus is a robust 12 AWG AC cable capable of supporting the most demanding current flow and signal dynamics, and its conductors consist of ultra high-purity Oxygen Free Continuous Crystal™ Copper (long grain), which are specifically effective for audio applications.

Noise rejection is another key factor in the design of an AC power cable.  Power Plus is an un-shielded cable that features proprietary noise canceling geometries which help to cancel all levels of magnetic distortion. Cryogenically treating this cable lowers the noise floor even further while also articulating bass response and overall dynamic contrasts.

This AC cord was engineered in the USA for superior performance, and can be recommended for use in the finest audio and home theater systems.

What is going on with CRYO Treatment and Audio Cables?
Despite all the wild claims, DH Labs believes the only truthful answer is that no one really knows for sure. The exact mechanics of the process are proven by metallurgists to increase the strength and durability of metals. With cables, it is speculated that the crystal boundaries of the conductor are being changed/improved and that the dielectric material also experiences a positive improvement.

Physical/mechanical properties of the metal appear to be altered which is why an instrument like a French Horn will have superior resonant qualities after cryogenic treatment. From a subjective standpoint, common evaluations of cryo-treated vs non cryo-treated cables are:

• Wider Dynamic Range

• Smoother, More Refined Highs

• Better Bass Articulation/Extension

• A More Organic Presentation

• Deeper & More Dimensional Soundstage

DH Labs has developed their Deep-Cryogenic processing specifically for audio cables and connectors. This consists of a computer-controlled, slow cool-down cycle down to the temperature of nitrogen at -320 Degrees F. By introducing these lower temperature by means of a heat-exchanger, they are able to prevent the materials from being “cold-shocked” by direct contact with liquid nitrogen. Once the materials reach -320 degrees, they are “cold-soaked” for an extended period before being slowly ramped back up to ambient room temperature. The best part is that once treated, the cryogenic effect becomes permanent!