Thanks for all the responses. I'm planning to install just 1 receptable for the entire system connected to a Nordost power strip. Turntable, phono preamp, preamp, 2x140W monoblocks, 2x800W subs, nothing too crazy. I know folks sometimes have multiple lines installed to split the amps from lower powered components, but I'm trying to avoid ground loops. Sounds like I'll be just fine with 10 gauge, twisted.
Dedicated line: 10 gauge solid core or 8 gauge stranded
Hi everyone,
I'm having a dedicated line installed for my system. I read recommendations to run a 10 gauge wire, but I thought, why not 8 gauge? It's my understanding that there are no receptacles that would accept the thickness of a 8 gauge wire, so my question is: is it best to run a 8 gauge wire all the way to the receptacle and then bring it down to 10 gauge with a junction box to connect to the receptacle, or, just run a 10 gauge wire from panel to receptacle??
Also, the 10 gauge wire the electrician showed me was solid (just 1 thick wire), while the 8 gauge wire was stranded. Does that make a difference for sound? Which gauge would you go with??
Thanks!
Pierre
I'm having a dedicated line installed for my system. I read recommendations to run a 10 gauge wire, but I thought, why not 8 gauge? It's my understanding that there are no receptacles that would accept the thickness of a 8 gauge wire, so my question is: is it best to run a 8 gauge wire all the way to the receptacle and then bring it down to 10 gauge with a junction box to connect to the receptacle, or, just run a 10 gauge wire from panel to receptacle??
Also, the 10 gauge wire the electrician showed me was solid (just 1 thick wire), while the 8 gauge wire was stranded. Does that make a difference for sound? Which gauge would you go with??
Thanks!
Pierre