Class-A Amplification and 15 Amp Outlet


Pardon my electrical theory ignorance, but I have always been intrigued by the beauty of Class - A sound, as such, I am actively exploring a purchase. My question is based upon the power draw (even at idle) and the ability of a 15 Amp wall outlet to provide such without tripping. I have looked at the "big boys" from Pass XA160’s, Gryphons Essence Stereo & Antileon EVO to name a few. I do not have the option of installing a dedicated circuit in my unit. So, would I be ok if the electronics (including a DAC/preamp) were on the same circuit?

Thanks!!

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Showing 1 response by geof3

Rare for TVs? Hair dryers pull serious wattage oddly enough. To the OP, if you are running the 150-200ish amps you will be fine, even up to 300/8ohms. If you jump to the very big boys a dedicated circuit would be the ticket. I think Pass recommends a dedicated circuit for the x350s etc.