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Dedicated line question

I asked this question within another thread about the subject of dedicated power lines, but received no response.

I have what is essentially a dedicated line, seeing that the only other things this line serves are an overhead foyer light (incandescent) and two outlets in the garage that are seldom used for anything. Can I somehow get this particular line it's own dedicated ground with a minimum of fuss? What benefit would I receive from installing multiple lines for various components?

I am using ACME cryro outlets, which provided a major upgrade. Where can I go next to optimize my power? I do not use a line conditioner, but have high quality power cords.
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bob_bundus
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you do not have a dedicated circuit per Dill's explanation above.
the benefit of separate circuits for different components or different subsections (digital, video, analog, hi-power) is the isolation of them from each other, which helps prevent the radiated noise coming out of a given component (especially digital) from contaminating the others.
Similar or even better isolation effects can be achieved via a line conditioner with separate filtered outlets for each load. Upgrade cords accompanied by line conditioning & a dedicated circuit really add up to an optimum result in my experience. Oh yes, plus the definitive Wattgate 381 AC outlet.
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