There was a time when standard power cords were considered little more than an afterthought in a high-fidelity audio system. Today, properly engineered audiophile power cables are recognized as an important part of system performance, providing the foundation for the power delivery that every component relies upon.
The Nordost Red Dawn 3 Power Cord is designed to maximize the efficiency and consistency of AC power transfer. Featuring heavy-gauge 3 x 14 AWG conductors, it incorporates Nordost's proprietary high-speed, low-loss Micro Mono-Filament construction, with each conductor insulated in Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP). This carefully engineered design minimizes dielectric effects and propagation delay, allowing power to travel as directly and efficiently as possible to your equipment.
Purpose-built, audio-grade connectors help maintain the low source impedance of your AC supply while providing secure connections and effective grounding. The result is a power cord designed to support improved clarity, dynamics, and musical detail, allowing your audio components to perform at their full potential.
As part of Nordost's acclaimed Leif 3 series, the Red Dawn 3 Power Cord provides a sophisticated foundation for high-performance audio systems, combining advanced materials, precision engineering, and Nordost's commitment to exceptional sound reproduction.
Specifications ▾
| Insulation | Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP) |
| Construction | Mechanically tuned lay, Micro Mono-Filament design |
| Conductors | 3 x 14 AWG |
| Material | 105 strand 99.9999% OFC |
| Capacitance | 10 pF/ft |
| Inductance | 0.10 μH/ft |
| DC Resistance | 2.8 Ohms per 1000 ft |
| Velocity of Propagation | 81% |
| Termination | US (NEMA), EU (Schuko), UK or AUS to IEC-C15 or IEC-C19 connectors. Figure 8 IEC-C7 also available. |