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dedicated electrical line

I recently read somewhere that a dedicated electrical line is recommended for some tube amps because of the amount of current they can draw. I have Joule VZN 100s on the way. My home was renovated about 10 years ago - new electrical system was installed at that time.Should I be concerned - not looking forward to trying to explain this one if a dedicated line needs to be installed.
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bmcleod
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"You should look into installing a dedicated ground as well."

When you say "dedicated ground" do you mean a separate line back to ground (which most dedicated circuits would have anyway) or a separate ground rod?
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Would you ever be concerned about the distance between grounding rods? That you might possibly create a "battery effect", or difference in potential between grounds?
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If 6' is the minimum (between rods) what's max? When does it become a different "ground" and a potential (pun) hazard? My power is fine, just interested.
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