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I have a McIntosh integrated hybrid tube amp / VPI table / Revel speakers.  When the AC comes on or off in the room i hear a loud pop.  I used to think it was a scratch on the album but now I realize its some sort of elelctrical issue.  I thought it might be a table grounding ussue but now it also happens occaisionally now when I'm not playing an album.  So does the amp need to be grounded?  And to what?  Thanks.

mojo771

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found these, didn’t read them, hope it helps.

https://carvinaudio.com/blogs/audio-education/proper-power-up-sequence-explained#:~:text=So%2C%20proper%20power%20up%20sequence,power%20amps%20to%20the%20speakers.

https://www.sweetwater.com/insync/power-power-off-sequence/

https://www.sinbosenaudio.com/info/the-correct-sequence-of-turning-on-and-off-audio-equipment-i00156i1.html

 

 

In a long ago setup I had the same issue. Some equipment can and other equipment does not send a signal to the speakers. Went on for years, didn’t damage anything (luckily?)

Some power protection devices have timed delays for activation of individual outlets dedicated for specific equipment to eliminate that problem. Also, timed sequential turn off.

Amazon Power Sequencer

https://www.amazon.com/Monoprice-Power-Conditioner-Sequencer-Outlets/dp/B01MYNCACV/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=power+sequencer&qid=1691324281&sr=8-5