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Should Amps be plugged into a power conditioner?

Greetings,

After reading about the amplifier hum, it was mentioned that some knowledgeable people say NOT to plug an amp into a power conditioner. Plug it directly into a wall outlet. Thankfully, I do not have a hum issue, but am curious as to what others say about where to plug your amp into. 

Thank you!

jgjg123
stringreen's avatar
stringreen
6,371 posts
 

no

dickieboy's avatar
dickieboy
37 posts
 

My system is much improved running all of it, including ARC Classic 60, through a PS Audio PowerPlant 12. Bass, soundstage, detail all better, no question. And it's all protected from surge. 

classic8
54 posts
 

@jsalerno277 Most power conditioners do not provide surge protection - make sure what you have is truly protecting your equipment.

wolf_garcia
6,626 posts
 

Remember that it's very important to have the power amp plugged in someplace or it simply won't work at all. 

m_j_s
38 posts
 

Just also mention, in Oz we are 240V, so compared say with the US, gear doesn’t draw as much current. I feel that this is factor that is rarely taken into consideration in these discussions. Like it or not, we have better “power” at 240V.

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