AudioQuest NRG-Z3 Power Cable (1m) | C13 to 3-Prong Wall Plug — Quiet, Dynamic AC Performance

The AudioQuest NRG-Z3 AC power cable is designed to quiet the path between your power source and your devices, helping to preserve the integrity of the signal as it travels to your DAC, speakers, or streamer. With 1 meter in length, this cable connects a C13 receptacle to a three-prong wall plug, making it a practical upgrade for a variety of AV setups.

Design and technology

• Perfect-Surface Copper Plus PSC+ conductors: extremely smooth surfaces minimize distortion from grain boundaries and surface imperfections.
• Zero Tech: low DC resistance paired with zero characteristic impedance helps preserve transients and keep backgrounds quiet.
• Semi-Solid Concentric Conductors: tightly packed strands reduce inter-strand distortion for cleaner signal paths.
• Silver-Plated Drain Wires: RF noise is efficiently drained to ground via the third pin, helping keep the signal path clean.
• Noise-Dissipation Technology: engineered to minimize external interference for a quiet listening background.
• Durable construction: high-purity conductors and robust design support lasting performance in daily use.
• Versatile connectivity: an ideal upgrade for DACs, powered desktop speakers, game consoles, streamers, and more.

Real-world impact and use cases

• Potential gains in clarity and dynamic response when paired with sensitive sources like DACs or compact powered speakers.
• Better noise control may contribute to quieter backgrounds during movie or game playback, enhancing immersion.
• 1-meter length fits many desk setups and room layouts without excess cable, reducing clutter.
• Rugged build supports reliable performance in busy living rooms, studios, or home theaters.

Practical setups and considerations

With a C13 receptacle on one end and a three-prong wall plug on the other, the NRG-Z3 provides a clean upgrade path for compatible devices, helping to create a more focused listening or viewing environment without adding excessive cable length.

Note that perceived benefits depend on the overall system and environment; the NRG-Z3 is designed to support clearer transient handling and reduced noise where possible.