Outlets and gem boxes


Happy New Year Audiogoners!

I will be installing a new dedicated 20amp circuit for my 2 channel system using 10awg cryo treated cable connected to a Furutech GTX D outlet with aluminum wall plate and cover from same manufacturer to shield from RF/EMI. That said, do I need to consider some way of shielding the gem box in the wall that the outlet is fastened to. Any thoughts on this. Thanks for your support.
audiofool1

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Jim thank you so much for your advise. Much appreciated. I am using NM-B #10-2 as you mentioned. The electrician said he will have to use a larger box because of the wings on the Furutech outlet are wider than a standard duplex outlet. I will make sure that he uses the screws to fasten the wires to the outlet. Happy New Year!
Yes. the interior wall is sheet rock and the exterior wall is brick. 2x4 construction.

Yes. Outside wall cold climate. He did not say which box he would use. The  sheet rock should be able outlet measures 1.75" wide at the wings. I think the sheet rock should be able to be cut close to the box and not require patching. I think the cover plate will cover the opening in the wall completely with no gaps.