{"product_id":"audioquest-dragon-source-power-cable-the-grid-hifi-copy","title":"AudioQuest Dragon High Current Power Cable | The Grid HiFi","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAudioQuest Dragon High (Variable) Current — AC Power Cable\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudioQuest’s ultimate high-current power cable.\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003eDragon High (Variable) Current\u003c\/strong\u003e sits at the top of AudioQuest’s flagship Storm Series, engineered specifically for \u003cstrong\u003epower amplifiers, integrated amplifiers, powered speakers, powered subwoofers, AV receivers, and high-performance power conditioners or regenerators\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDragon combines \u003cstrong\u003esolid Perfect-Surface Silver (PSS) and Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) conductors, 100% PSS RF drains, ZERO-Tech, RF\/ND-Tech, 72V Dielectric-Bias System with RF Trap, and AudioQuest’s premium Hanging-Silver AC plugs\u003c\/strong\u003e. With \u003cstrong\u003e20-amp current capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e and the ability to withstand transient peaks many times its continuous rating, Dragon High Current is designed for systems where unrestricted power delivery is critical. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eBuilt for High\/Variable-Current Components\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDragon High Current is not intended as a generic power cable for every component in the rack. AudioQuest optimizes this version for equipment whose current requirements can change dramatically and instantaneously. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThat includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower amplifiers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated amplifiers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAV receivers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowered loudspeakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowered subwoofers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAC power conditioners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower regenerators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAC isolation transformers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery-backup power systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor source electronics with relatively stable current requirements, AudioQuest offers the separate \u003cstrong\u003eDragon Constant-Current (Source)\u003c\/strong\u003e version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eSolid Perfect-Surface Silver + Perfect-Surface Copper+\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDragon High Current uses a carefully engineered combination of \u003cstrong\u003esolid Perfect-Surface Silver (PSS) and solid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+)\u003c\/strong\u003e for its primary current-carrying conductors. AudioQuest identifies PSS as its extreme-purity silver and PSC+ as its highest-quality copper. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe conductors are solid rather than conventionally stranded. This eliminates strand-to-strand electrical interaction, which AudioQuest identifies as a major source of dynamic distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Perfect-Surface process also focuses on conductor surface quality and purity, minimizing distortion associated with grain boundaries while providing an exceptionally clean conductive path. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eZERO-Tech — Uncompressed High-Current Delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis is fundamental to Dragon High Current.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest points out that \u003cstrong\u003elow DC resistance alone does not guarantee unrestricted current delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e. A cable’s characteristic impedance also affects its ability to supply instantaneous current.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest’s \u003cstrong\u003eZERO-Tech\u003c\/strong\u003e combines low DC resistance with \u003cstrong\u003ezero characteristic impedance\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the goal of preventing the compression of high-current transients that can occur with conventional AC cable geometries. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhen a reference amplifier suddenly needs substantial current to reproduce a bass transient, orchestral crescendo, or explosive movie soundtrack, Dragon is engineered to supply that demand without the power cable becoming the bottleneck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e20-Amp High-Current Capability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDragon High Current has a \u003cstrong\u003e20-amp current capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e and is engineered to withstand current-transient peaks many times greater than its continuous RMS rating. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThat makes it particularly well suited to large amplifiers and high-current AC products where instantaneous current delivery can matter as much as continuous capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis is why AudioQuest specifically recommends Dragon High Current for demanding power amplifiers, powered subwoofers, powered loudspeakers, receivers, integrated amplifiers, power conditioners, regenerators, isolation transformers, and battery-backup systems. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eRF\/ND-Tech — Wide-Bandwidth RF Noise Dissipation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDelivering massive current without restriction is only half of Dragon’s job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe AC environment is increasingly contaminated by radio-frequency energy from Wi-Fi, cellular networks, Bluetooth, switching power supplies, computers, network hardware, and countless other electronic devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest’s patented \u003cstrong\u003eRF\/ND-Tech\u003c\/strong\u003e uses a \u003cstrong\u003ecommon-mode phase-cancelling array together with proprietary dielectric materials and differential linear filtering\u003c\/strong\u003e to reduce induced RF noise across an extremely wide bandwidth. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe objective is straightforward: \u003cstrong\u003emaximum current delivery without allowing the power cable to become a pathway for unwanted RF energy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e100% Perfect-Surface Silver RF Drains\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDragon uses \u003cstrong\u003eDirection-Controlled 100% Perfect-Surface Silver RF drains\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThese solid PSS conductors drain RF noise from the line and neutral shields to ground through the third ground pin. AudioQuest uses its highest-grade conductor metal specifically where its conductivity can maximize RF-noise dissipation. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSo Dragon employs PSS in two important areas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid PSS works alongside solid PSC+ in the primary conductor architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoise dissipation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid \u003cstrong\u003e100% PSS RF drains\u003c\/strong\u003e provide the path for removing induced RF noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis extensive use of Perfect-Surface Silver is a defining feature of AudioQuest’s flagship power cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e72V Dielectric-Bias System + RF Trap\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDragon incorporates AudioQuest’s patented \u003cstrong\u003e72V Dielectric-Bias System (DBS)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDBS creates a continuous electrostatic field that AudioQuest says optimizes the cable’s insulation at the molecular level. The goal is to improve dielectric efficiency at high frequencies, reducing distortion and allowing greater clarity against a quieter background. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDragon’s DBS implementation also incorporates an \u003cstrong\u003eRF Trap\u003c\/strong\u003e, technology developed for AudioQuest’s Niagara Series power products, to further reduce induced radio-frequency noise. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest’s Best AC Plugs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAt this level, AudioQuest doesn't stop with the conductors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDragon uses the company’s premium \u003cstrong\u003eHanging-Silver over Red Copper and Beryllium Copper AC plugs\u003c\/strong\u003e, which AudioQuest says provide lower distortion and improved dissipation of high-frequency noise. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis gives Dragon a premium connection at both ends rather than allowing the termination to become the weak link in an otherwise reference-level cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDirection-Controlled Conductors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAll internal Dragon conductors are \u003cstrong\u003eDirection-Controlled\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest explains that drawn metal has a non-symmetrical grain structure, creating direction-dependent RF impedance. By controlling conductor orientation, induced RF noise can be directed away from the areas where it could contribute to distortion. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDirectionality is therefore an integral part of Dragon’s Noise-Dissipation architecture rather than simply an installation convention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eC13 and High-Current C19 Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor U.S. and Canadian systems, Dragon High Current is available with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC13 → 3-Prong Wall Plug\u003c\/strong\u003e — for equipment using a conventional IEC-C13 connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC19 → 3-Prong Wall Plug\u003c\/strong\u003e — for components using the larger high-current IEC-C19 connection. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor large reference amplifiers and premium power conditioners, the C19 configuration will often be the relevant choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eAvailable Lengths\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDragon High (Variable) Current is available in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1m \/ 3 ft 3 in\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2m \/ 6 ft 6 in\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3m \/ 9 ft 10 in\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDragon is \u003cstrong\u003emade to order at AudioQuest headquarters in Irvine, California\u003c\/strong\u003e, and custom lengths and terminations are available through authorized AudioQuest dealers. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlagship AudioQuest \u003cstrong\u003eHigh\/Variable-Current power cable\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid \u003cstrong\u003ePerfect-Surface Silver (PSS)\u003c\/strong\u003e conductors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid \u003cstrong\u003ePerfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+)\u003c\/strong\u003e conductors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid conductor architecture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Perfect-Surface Silver RF drains\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZERO-Tech\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZero characteristic impedance for uncompressed current transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRF\/ND-Tech\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon-mode phase-cancelling RF Noise-Dissipation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e72V Dielectric-Bias System (DBS)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNiagara-derived \u003cstrong\u003eRF Trap\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirection-Controlled conductors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20-amp current capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandles transient-current peaks many times its continuous rating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium \u003cstrong\u003eHanging-Silver over Red and Beryllium Copper plugs\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC13 and C19 configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1m, 2m, and 3m standard lengths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade to order in Irvine, California\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom lengths and terminations available \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDragon High Current vs. FireBird High Current\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis distinction needs to be slightly different from how we described \u003cstrong\u003eDragon Source\u003c\/strong\u003e, because AudioQuest’s official specifications show that \u003cstrong\u003eDragon High Current still combines PSS and PSC+ in its primary conductor architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is not described as 100% PSS for every current-carrying conductor. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhat Dragon represents is AudioQuest’s \u003cstrong\u003etop implementation of its Storm Series High-Current architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e, including the carefully optimized PSS\/PSC+ conductor combination, \u003cstrong\u003e100% PSS RF drains, ZERO-Tech, RF\/ND-Tech, 72V DBS with RF Trap, and AudioQuest’s best Hanging-Silver AC plugs\u003c\/strong\u003e. AudioQuest explicitly identifies Dragon as the top model of its flagship Storm Series. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFireBird brings Perfect-Surface Silver into the high-current conductor architecture. Dragon is AudioQuest’s no-compromise flagship execution of that concept, with its most advanced conductor, RF-drain, dielectric-bias, and termination technologies brought together in one High-Current cable.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDragon Source vs. Dragon High Current\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBoth Dragon cables occupy the top of AudioQuest’s power lineup, but they're designed for different jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDragon Constant-Current (Source)\u003c\/strong\u003e is optimized for source electronics with relatively stable current demands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDragon High (Variable) Current\u003c\/strong\u003e is optimized for amplifiers and power products that can demand enormous amounts of current almost instantaneously. Its \u003cstrong\u003e20-amp capacity and ability to withstand substantially larger transient peaks\u003c\/strong\u003e reflect that purpose. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor a true reference system, this creates a logical AudioQuest architecture: \u003cstrong\u003eDragon Source for the front end and Dragon High Current for the amplification and high-current power components.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Grid HiFi\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAudioQuest Dragon High (Variable) Current\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for systems where virtually every compromise has already been removed. When the amplifier, loudspeakers, sources, and power conditioning are operating at reference level, Dragon provides AudioQuest’s flagship solution for delivering high current while aggressively managing induced RF noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eThe Grid HiFi\u003c\/strong\u003e, we can properly match Dragon High Current to reference power amplifiers, integrated amplifiers, powered loudspeakers, subwoofers, and power conditioners while selecting the appropriate Constant-Current cable for the source electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor complete reference systems, we can design the AC architecture from the wall forward—including \u003cstrong\u003eAudioQuest Niagara power conditioning and the appropriate Source and High-Current cables for each component\u003c\/strong\u003e—so power delivery is engineered as part of the system rather than added as an afterthought.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Audioquest","offers":[{"title":"1m \/ 3 ft 3 in","offer_id":55063244308817,"sku":null,"price":6700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2m \/ 6 ft 6 in","offer_id":55063244341585,"sku":null,"price":11500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3m \/ 9 ft 10","offer_id":55063244374353,"sku":null,"price":16300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/7178\/0945\/files\/audioquest-dragon-high-variable-current-nrgdraghcus01-1-m-3-ft-3-in-us-iec-c13-248718.webp?v=1790218577","url":"https:\/\/gridhifi.com\/products\/audioquest-dragon-source-power-cable-the-grid-hifi-copy","provider":"The Grid","version":"1.0","type":"link"}