Câble d'alimentation Audioquest Wind Blizzard - C13

AudioQuest power cables have received numerous awards from the specialist press over several years and are highly appreciated by high-fidelity enthusiasts. Their performance and the improvements achieved compared with standard stock AC power cords have contributed to their success.

The AudioQuest Wind Blizzard is part of the new generation of AC power cables in the American manufacturer’s Wind series. It is the first model in the range to feature active DBS (Dielectric-Bias System) polarization.

AudioQuest Wind Blizzard: Features

This new power cable uses Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) conductors. These conductors are predominantly PSC+ with a Long-Grain Copper (LGC) core. This geometry significantly reduces transient intermodulation distortion (TIM).

While many power cables offer low resistance to meet high current demands, the characteristic impedance of a cable is also crucial to deliver optimal performance.

Unlike most cables that shrink or compress transients, AudioQuest AC power cables combine low DC resistance with ZERO characteristic impedance. This allows them to deliver uncompressed high-current transients.

AudioQuest Wind Blizzard: Shielding

In addition, the cable incorporates the manufacturer’s proprietary DBS polarization system. A module on the cable polarizes the shield with a 72V current. All shields are also equipped with a dielectric whose electrical properties affect signal integrity.

The DBS-polarized shielding (AudioQuest patented) creates a powerful and stable electrostatic field that saturates and polarizes the insulation. This minimizes noise and prevents RF interference from infiltrating the electronics.

The DBS batteries are rated for a lifespan of approximately 10 years. A test button on the module allows the battery status to be checked.

AudioQuest Wind Blizzard: Test and Listening

The AudioQuest Wind Blizzard effectively reduces AC mains noise present in audio/video systems, as well as subjective distortion.

Sound reproduction appears much more accurate and transparent. Dynamics are also improved—better preserved across the entire frequency range and less forward. This is accompanied by reduced harshness and a noticeable decrease in listening fatigue.

As with all AudioQuest power cables, adding the Blizzard results in improved definition, dynamics, and articulation in the low-frequency range. The presentation is clearer and more natural, with better articulation, as well as enhanced soundstage and greater precision on complex musical works.

The AudioQuest Wind Blizzard power cable delivers very high-end performance. It is designed to be paired with high-end audio components, with which it will enhance sound reproduction and musicality.

Highly recommended!