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Power amps into surge protector/Conditioner or DIRECT to wall? Final verdict?

Just curious. I've heard for years not to plug amp into a surge protection evice. Does this apply to a preamp as well? Are the component fuses enough? Do affordable surge protection/conditioners exist that do not effect sound quality? 
Some of the mid line Furman studio units look nice. Plus you have the SurgeX/Brick devices that look like real winners. However, I'm not wanting any sound quality issues. BUT, I don't want my equipment destroyed as well. 

Thoughts please
aberyclark

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aberyclark OP
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So the component's fuse itself is enough general protection from electrical surges.
aberyclark OP
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I also read where devices like surgex, etc...slow down the current to give the protection circuit time to react to any abnormal activity, thus effecting sound quality.

This is all a mish mash to me.
aberyclark OP
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so Lowrider, there is really no point in plugging amps into surge  protection powerstipes, etc since sonics are effected. Best bet is probably make sure equipment is well insured
aberyclark OP
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Thanks for the responses. Maybe my real question: Is surge protection really needed if your components have a fuse? A "direct hit" would wipe out many surge protectors and zap your equipment anyway. So do you really need one if electrical noise is not an issue?
aberyclark OP
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I might have to give Furman a try and see what happens sound wise
aberyclark OP
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I was unaware Emotiva offers power strips. This one looks interesting

https://emotiva.com/collections/accessories/products/cmx-6
aberyclark OP
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Hmm maybe just a basic Isotek surge only strip us all one needs. 
aberyclark OP
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I think I'm going to go for the Isotek EVO 3 Polaris

http://www.tonepublications.com/review/isotek-evo-3-sirius/
aberyclark OP
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I just ordered a Torus TOT MAX. Looks like i'll be good for a while, even if I purchase more powerful amps down the road

https://www.toruspower.com/tot-series/
aberyclark OP
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Lowrider, I did quite s bit of research and for the money, the Torus TOT series gets great reviews worldwide. Plus, I got a great recommendation from a dealer so trust. The unit will arrive tomorrow. Besides looking forward to protection, I’m looking forward to declutter the mess J currently have running cables to a strip. I’m going to place the Torus on the middle shelf of my system. 
aberyclark OP
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I hooked up the Torus Tot Max today. What a great piece of gear. I had an oh so light buzz which is now gone. The unit is 50lbs and built like a tank. Plenty of space between outlets so all plug sizes work easily. Extremely snug connections. You have to take some effort to push in. 

I pkayed some Nora Jones and the background seemed a little blacker. No issues with imaging or sound changes. I basically got this unit for protection. I highly suggest Torus
aberyclark OP
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Tling58, you will not be sorry. The unit you are looking at looks to be real winner. 
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