Audioquest Storm Tornado Power Cable - C19

AudioQuest power cables have received numerous awards from the specialist press and are highly regarded by high-fidelity enthusiasts. Their performance and improvement over standard power cords have contributed to their lasting success.

The AudioQuest Storm Tornado 16A / 230V with C19 connector belongs to the new Storm series of power cables from the American manufacturer. It is the second model in the range and features the active DBS (Dielectric-Bias System). This C19 version is specifically designed for high-current demanding electronics.

AudioQuest Storm Tornado 16A / 230V C19: Features

This cable uses Perfect-Surface Copper (PSC) and Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) conductors. This combination reduces transient intermodulation distortion (TIM) and ensures more precise and faithful current delivery.

While low resistance is essential for high-current demands, the cable’s characteristic impedance is also critical for optimal performance.

Unlike many power cables that compress transients, AudioQuest cables combine low DC resistance with near-zero characteristic impedance, allowing high-current transients to pass freely.

AudioQuest Storm Tornado 16A / 230V C19: Shielding & DBS

The Storm Tornado incorporates AudioQuest’s proprietary DBS (Dielectric-Bias System). An external module applies a constant 72V bias to the cable’s shielding. All shields are equipped with a dielectric whose properties directly affect signal integrity.

DBS shielding (AudioQuest patented) creates a powerful and stable electrostatic field that polarizes the insulation, effectively reducing noise and preventing RF interference from entering electronics.

The DBS batteries have an estimated lifespan of 10 years, with a built-in test button for easy status verification.

AudioQuest Storm Tornado 16A / 230V C19: Current Capability

With a 16A current capacity, the Storm Tornado is ideal for power-hungry devices.

Power amplifiers present a challenge for any power source, as transient current demands—though brief—can be several times higher than average RMS consumption. Their current draw is dynamic, changing with volume and audio content. Many high-end cables limit these transients, but the Storm Tornado delivers them freely.

AudioQuest Storm Tornado 16A / 230V C19: Listening Test & Performance

The Storm Tornado effectively reduces mains noise and subjective distortion.

Sound reproduction gains in dynamics and scale, with remarkably defined and clear bass. The low end is deep and present, creating an uncommon sense of power.

It also offers excellent definition with nuance and subtlety, along with enhanced soundstage imaging and a greater sense of scale.

With its 16A current capacity, the AudioQuest Storm Tornado 16A / 230V C19 can handle transient current peaks far exceeding its continuous RMS rating. It is ideal for power amplifiers, large integrated amplifiers, active subwoofers, power strips, and high-end power conditioners.

Highly recommended +++