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Electrical Question

I normally disconnect my power cords from the wall on my amps when not home or not using. I now have a amp where access to the outlet is not easily accessable. I assume the local amp on/off switch will protect from power surges etc., but what about lightning strikes ? . Will the on/off switch protect the amp ? . Can lightning "jump" the switch and cause damage ? ...... I do not like to use power conditioners/surge protectors with my amps....
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unclejeff
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Lightning strikes are probably less frequent than localized transformer problems on your local power poles transformers.

I tree once hit a pole in my neighborhood. It destroyed the services at several houses and fried many gadgets(computers, etc.)

The person who owned the tree paid for all of the damage through her insurance.
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