{"product_id":"audioquest-tornado-high-current-power-cable-the-grid-hifi-copy","title":"AudioQuest Hurricane Source Power Cable | The Grid HiFi","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAudioQuest Hurricane Constant-Current (Source) — AC Power Cable\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference-level power delivery for the most sensitive components in a high-end system.\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003eAudioQuest Hurricane Constant-Current (Source)\u003c\/strong\u003e is optimized specifically for audio\/video electronics with a relatively constant or fixed current draw. It combines \u003cstrong\u003esolid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) conductors, solid Perfect-Surface Silver (PSS) RF-drain conductors, ZERO-Tech, RF\/ND-Tech, 72V Dielectric-Bias System (DBS), and Direction-Controlled conductors\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis is the Hurricane to use on the front end of a serious system—where low-level information, resolution, and noise reduction are the priorities rather than feeding the rapidly changing current demands of a large power amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eOptimized for Constant-Current Source Components\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest divides its upper-level Storm Series power cables according to the type of component they are powering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHurricane Constant-Current (Source)\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered for components whose current draw remains relatively stable during operation. AudioQuest specifically describes it as optimized for audio\/video source components with a constant or “fixed” current draw. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThat makes Hurricane Source particularly appropriate for equipment such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-end DACs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork streamers and music servers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhono stages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCD\/SACD and disc players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurntables with external power supplies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReference source electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-performance audio\/video processors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor power amplifiers, integrated amplifiers, powered subwoofers, and other components with rapidly changing current requirements, AudioQuest offers the separate \u003cstrong\u003eHurricane High (Variable) Current\u003c\/strong\u003e design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e100% Solid Perfect-Surface Copper+ Conductors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eHurricane Source uses \u003cstrong\u003esolid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+)\u003c\/strong\u003e, which AudioQuest identifies as its highest-grade copper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest's Perfect-Surface process is designed to produce an exceptionally smooth and pure conductor surface while the extreme purity of PSC+ further reduces distortion associated with grain boundaries within the copper. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe conductors are also \u003cstrong\u003esolid rather than conventionally stranded\u003c\/strong\u003e. AudioQuest specifically identifies strand interaction as a significant source of dynamic distortion and transient intermodulation distortion in cables. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAt this level of the Storm Series, the goal isn't simply moving AC from the wall to the component. Every part of the conductor architecture is designed to minimize the mechanisms AudioQuest identifies as contributing to distortion and noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003ePerfect-Surface Silver RF-Drain Conductors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis is one of the most important upgrades as you move from Tornado Source to Hurricane Source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eHurricane uses \u003cstrong\u003eDirection-Controlled solid Perfect-Surface Silver (PSS) shield conductors\u003c\/strong\u003e to drain RF noise from the line and neutral shields to ground through the third ground pin. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eInstead of simply increasing the percentage of silver plating, Hurricane steps up to \u003cstrong\u003esolid PSS drain conductors\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest positions PSS as its highest-quality conductor metal, and here it is strategically deployed in the Noise-Dissipation system where its exceptional conductivity at high frequencies can be particularly useful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eZERO-Tech — Uncompressed Current Transfer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest's \u003cstrong\u003eZERO-Tech\u003c\/strong\u003e addresses something often overlooked in AC cable design: characteristic impedance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA power cable can have low DC resistance and still restrict transient-current delivery. ZERO-Tech is designed to eliminate characteristic impedance while also enabling linear RF Noise-Dissipation. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest's objective is to allow the connected component's power supply to draw the current it needs without the transient compression associated with conventional cable geometries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eEven though Hurricane Source is optimized for fixed-current components, the power supplies inside high-performance DACs, preamplifiers, streamers, and source electronics still respond dynamically to the demands placed upon them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eRF\/ND-Tech — Wide-Bandwidth RF Noise Dissipation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eToday's listening room is surrounded by radio-frequency energy—from Wi-Fi, cellular networks, Bluetooth, computers, networking equipment, switching power supplies, smart-home devices, and countless other sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAC ground wires can behave like antennas and collect that RF energy. AudioQuest notes that this noise can bypass a component's power supply and couple directly into sensitive audio\/video circuitry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eHurricane's patented \u003cstrong\u003eRF\/ND-Tech\u003c\/strong\u003e uses a \u003cstrong\u003ecommon-mode phase-cancelling array, proprietary dielectric materials, and differential linear filtering\u003c\/strong\u003e to reduce 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 particularly relevant for source electronics, where extremely small signals are being converted, processed, and amplified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e72V Dielectric-Bias System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eHurricane Source incorporates AudioQuest's \u003cstrong\u003e72V Dielectric-Bias System (DBS)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCable insulation is also a dielectric and can behave like a shunt filter. AudioQuest continuously biases the insulation to minimize dielectric noise and linearize its behavior, improving wide-bandwidth dissipation of induced RF noise. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest describes the intended result as clearer, more dynamic reproduction against a quieter background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDirection-Controlled Conductors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eEvery internal conductor in Hurricane Source is \u003cstrong\u003eDirection-Controlled\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDrawn metal has a non-symmetrical grain structure, which creates direction-dependent RF impedance. AudioQuest controls conductor orientation so induced RF noise is 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\"\u003eThe solid PSS shield conductors are also direction-controlled as part of Hurricane's overall RF Noise-Dissipation architecture.\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, Hurricane Constant-Current is offered with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC13 → 3-Prong Wall Plug\u003c\/strong\u003e — for components using the conventional IEC-C13 inlet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC19 → 3-Prong Wall Plug\u003c\/strong\u003e — for compatible components using the larger IEC-C19 connection. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eHaving both options allows Hurricane Source to accommodate a wide variety of reference-grade source components and power supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eAvailable Lengths\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eHurricane Constant-Current (Source) 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\"\u003eAudioQuest states that Hurricane is \u003cstrong\u003emade to order at its Irvine, California headquarters\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\u003eOptimized for \u003cstrong\u003eConstant-Current \/ Source components\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% solid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) conductors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudioQuest's highest-grade copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolid Perfect-Surface Silver (PSS) RF-drain conductors\u003c\/strong\u003e\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-Dissipation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatented \u003cstrong\u003e72V Dielectric-Bias System (DBS)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirection-Controlled internal conductors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirection-Controlled PSS shield conductors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for uncompressed current transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide-bandwidth RF Noise-Dissipation\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\"\u003eHurricane Source vs. Tornado Source\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis is where the progression in AudioQuest's Storm Series becomes much easier to explain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBoth \u003cstrong\u003eTornado Constant-Current and Hurricane Constant-Current\u003c\/strong\u003e are specifically optimized for source components and incorporate advanced technologies including PSC+, ZERO-Tech, RF\/ND-Tech, 72V DBS, and Direction-Controlled conductors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe major material upgrade with \u003cstrong\u003eHurricane Source is its solid Perfect-Surface Silver (PSS) RF-drain system\u003c\/strong\u003e. AudioQuest uses direction-controlled solid PSS shield conductors to drain induced RF noise from the line and neutral shields to ground. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSo I would position the progression on The Grid site as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTornado Source brings you deep into AudioQuest's Storm Series architecture. Hurricane Source takes the Noise-Dissipation system further with solid Perfect-Surface Silver RF-drain conductors.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThat is a much more meaningful explanation than simply calling Hurricane the “better” or more expensive cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Grid HiFi\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAudioQuest Hurricane Constant-Current (Source)\u003c\/strong\u003e belongs on the front end of systems where the quality of the source electronics justifies taking AC power and RF-noise management to an equally high level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eThe Grid HiFi\u003c\/strong\u003e, we can match Hurricane Source to reference DACs, streamers, preamplifiers, phono stages, disc players, and other source electronics while using AudioQuest's High\/Variable-Current cables for the amplifiers and other current-hungry components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor a complete high-performance system, we can design the entire power architecture—from the wall outlet through \u003cstrong\u003eAudioQuest Niagara or PowerQuest conditioning\u003c\/strong\u003e and ultimately to each individual component—rather than treating the power cable as an isolated accessory.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Audioquest","offers":[{"title":"1m \/ 3 ft 3 in","offer_id":55063240606033,"sku":null,"price":1745.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2m \/ 6 ft 6 in","offer_id":55063240638801,"sku":null,"price":2295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3m \/ 9 ft 10","offer_id":55063240671569,"sku":null,"price":2845.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/7178\/0945\/files\/audioquest-hurricane-constant-current-source-nrghurrsus01-1-m-3-ft-3-in-us-iec-c13-160145.webp?v=1790217852","url":"https:\/\/gridhifi.com\/products\/audioquest-tornado-high-current-power-cable-the-grid-hifi-copy","provider":"The Grid","version":"1.0","type":"link"}