{"product_id":"audioquest-nrg-z2-c7-power-cable-the-grid-hifi-copy","title":"AudioQuest NRG-Z3 C13 Power Cable | The Grid HiFi","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAudioQuest NRG-Z3 — AC Power Cable\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium copper. Lower noise. Unrestricted power delivery.\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003eAudioQuest NRG-Z3\u003c\/strong\u003e is the top C13 power cable in AudioQuest’s NRG range, bringing technologies normally associated with the company’s more advanced power products into a relatively accessible cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eNRG-Z3 combines \u003cstrong\u003ePerfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) conductors, ZERO-Tech, RF\/ND-Tech, Semi-Solid Concentric construction, silver-plated drain wires, and Direction-Controlled Conductors\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is designed as a serious upgrade for DACs, streamers, preamplifiers, integrated amplifiers, powered speakers, televisions, gaming systems, and other components using a standard IEC-C13 power inlet. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003ePerfect-Surface Copper+ — AudioQuest’s Best Copper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe major material upgrade in NRG-Z3 is \u003cstrong\u003ePerfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest describes PSC+ as its highest-grade copper. Its exceptionally smooth and pure conductor surface is designed to minimize distortion caused by the grain boundaries and surface discontinuities present in conventional metal conductors. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis is what separates the Z-series from the Y-series we just covered. \u003cstrong\u003eNRG-Y3 uses Long-Grain Copper; NRG-Z3 moves up to PSC+.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eZERO-Tech — Uncompressed Transient Current\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eNRG-Z3 incorporates AudioQuest’s \u003cstrong\u003eZERO-Tech\u003c\/strong\u003e, which addresses something conventional power-cable specifications often overlook: characteristic impedance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest designs ZERO-Tech to provide \u003cstrong\u003ezero characteristic impedance\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the cable to deliver sudden transient-current demands without the compression the company associates 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\"\u003eFor audio applications, this becomes particularly important when a component's power supply suddenly demands additional current during dynamic musical passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eRF\/ND-Tech Noise Dissipation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eNRG-Z3 also adds AudioQuest’s \u003cstrong\u003eRF\/ND-Tech (Radio-Frequency Noise-Dissipation Technology)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA component's AC ground wire can act like an antenna, picking up radio-frequency noise that may bypass the power supply and enter sensitive audio\/video circuitry. AudioQuest's RF\/ND-Tech uses a \u003cstrong\u003ecommon-mode phase-cancelling array together with proprietary dielectric materials and differential linear filtering\u003c\/strong\u003e to reduce this induced RF noise across a wide bandwidth. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis is an important distinction from simply shielding a power cable—the NRG-Z3 is engineered to actively address the way RF noise behaves within the complete power connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eSemi-Solid Concentric Conductors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe NRG-Z3 uses \u003cstrong\u003eSemi-Solid Concentric conductor construction\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than a conventional random bundle of copper strands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe strands are tightly packed and maintain their position within the conductor bundle. AudioQuest says this significantly reduces strand interaction, which it identifies as a major source of dynamic distortion in conventional stranded cables. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCombined with PSC+, this provides a considerably more sophisticated conductive path than a standard molded power cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eSilver-Plated Drain Wires\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eNRG-Z3 uses \u003cstrong\u003edirection-controlled silver-plated shield conductors\u003c\/strong\u003e to drain RF noise collected by the line and neutral shields toward ground through the third pin of the AC plug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest applies \u003cstrong\u003e0.5% silver plating over high-quality copper\u003c\/strong\u003e specifically to improve Noise-Dissipation performance. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDirection-Controlled Conductors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eEvery internal conductor in the NRG-Z3 is \u003cstrong\u003eDirection-Controlled\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest controls conductor orientation to manage RF impedance variation and ensure induced noise is dissipated away from the connected electronics. This directionality forms part of AudioQuest's broader Noise-Dissipation architecture. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eStandard C13 Connection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eNRG-Z3 uses the extremely common \u003cstrong\u003eIEC-C13 connection with a grounded 3-prong wall plug\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it suitable for a huge range of high-performance audio and video equipment. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eTypical applications include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDACs and music streamers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated amplifiers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisc players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowered speakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTelevisions and video equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGame consoles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther electronics using an IEC-C13 inlet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest specifically identifies DACs, powered desktop speakers, game consoles, streamers, and similar electronics as applications for NRG-Z3. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eAvailable Lengths\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe NRG-Z3 is available in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1m \/ 3.5 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2m \/ 6.75 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3m \/ 10 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4.5m \/ 15 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6m \/ 20 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe U.S.\/Canada version uses a \u003cstrong\u003eC13 to 3-prong wall plug\u003c\/strong\u003e configuration. \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\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) conductors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudioQuest's highest-grade copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSemi-Solid Concentric conductor geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZERO-Tech\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRF\/ND-Tech\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon-mode phase-cancelling RF-noise reduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProprietary dielectric materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0.5% silver-plated drain wires\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirection-Controlled Conductors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for linear RF Noise-Dissipation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for uncompressed transient-current delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIEC-C13 component connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrounded 3-prong U.S. wall plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable from 1m to 6m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for high-performance audio, video, and digital electronics \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\"\u003eNRG-Z3 vs. NRG-Y3\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe progression between these two is worth explaining clearly on The Grid's site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNRG-Y3\u003c\/strong\u003e already gives you ZERO-Tech, Semi-Solid Concentric construction, Long-Grain Copper, and silver-plated drain wires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNRG-Z3 upgrades the conductor material to Perfect-Surface Copper+ and adds AudioQuest's RF\/ND-Tech\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a more sophisticated approach to both power delivery and RF-noise reduction. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThat makes \u003cstrong\u003eNRG-Z3 the premium C13 choice within AudioQuest's NRG family\u003c\/strong\u003e before moving into the company's higher-level Storm Series power cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Grid HiFi\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAudioQuest NRG-Z3\u003c\/strong\u003e hits an interesting sweet spot. It incorporates PSC+, ZERO-Tech, and RF\/ND-Tech without requiring the jump into AudioQuest's considerably more ambitious Storm Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eThe Grid HiFi\u003c\/strong\u003e, we can help match the appropriate AudioQuest power cable to each component rather than simply putting the same cable everywhere. Source components, processors, integrated amplifiers, power amplifiers, and power conditioners can have very different requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor a complete system, we can also pair AudioQuest power cables with the appropriate \u003cstrong\u003ePowerQuest or Niagara power conditioner\u003c\/strong\u003e to create a properly designed power foundation from the wall outlet all the way to the component.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Audioquest","offers":[{"title":"1m \/ 3 ft 3 in","offer_id":55061189689681,"sku":null,"price":370.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2m \/ 6 ft 6 in","offer_id":55061189722449,"sku":null,"price":490.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3m \/ 9 ft 10","offer_id":55061189755217,"sku":null,"price":610.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4.5m \/ 14 ft 9 in","offer_id":55061189787985,"sku":null,"price":790.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6m \/ 19 ft 8 in","offer_id":55061189820753,"sku":null,"price":970.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/7178\/0945\/files\/NRG-Z3.webp?v=1790197548","url":"https:\/\/gridhifi.com\/products\/audioquest-nrg-z2-c7-power-cable-the-grid-hifi-copy","provider":"The Grid","version":"1.0","type":"link"}