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Questions on Dedicated 20 amp home wiring

Hello, I live in a home that is 45 years old.  I have purchased a lot of equipment recently and would like to add a dedicated outlet.  I need some help and was wondering if someone has a contact for someone to consult with.  I have the following questions:

1. what gauge wire should be used

2. Any specific Fuse that should be used

3. Any specific outlet that should be used

4. I have 11 sources, 2 solid state amps, 1 tube amp, 1 pre, 1 phono stage, 2 turntables, 1 tuner, 1 cd transport, 1 DAC, 1 streamer.  Can I use a single outlet or is it better to run two?

5. I'm using two Decware ZLC power conditioners each with 6 outlets, wondering if I can plug each into a single outlet plug and call it good after the home wiring has been completed?

 

Thank You

 

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vthokie83
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Lot's of great information here, I'll only comment on the receptacles. I ran a good sized comparison of receptacles, and had a couple of my audio buddies give their 2 cents. I do not have my notes, so I can't go into detail on each.

I used 8 different including Hubbell, hospital grade, and a bunch of name brands.....there were 3 that stood out that I can recommend: Furutech GTX-D(G) Gold plated, Furutech GTX-D)R) Rhodium plated, Oyaide R1 (NOT Oyaide SWO-XXX), and Cardas 4181. I preferred the Furutech GTX-D(G) over the GTX-D(R) as I felt the Rhodium was a little too detailed. That is just my preference, I can see how many might find it just perfect

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