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Single dedicated line query

Still humming a hawing regarding utilization of a main-connected subpanel with multiple dedicated lines extending to outlets vs a single line from the main with 'pigtailed' outlets. Seem to be a pretty even split with some heavyweight opinions from both camps.

If I decided on a single line, for a 70 ft run from the main, I suspect at least 8 ga (6 ga?)wire should be used. If that is the case, is it practical (or possible) to direct that 8 ga on to the outlets? If not, what is the best method of stepping down to a smaller (say, 10 ga) size line?

A qualified electrician will be doing the work, and in fact once he began hearing of the idea of dedicated lines, asked me about this very issue. I just want to have a better grasp on what is best for my situation.

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drummermitchell
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I went2X40a breakers+7AWG from my main panel to the livingroom and their put a SUBPANEL(with 8X15a breakers.Wiring in the subpanel is 10AWG+ wire to the receptacles is 10AWG.so that gave me 16 outlets.Electricians don't like 10AWG as it is hard to work with.
I don't want to restrict power to my amps so if 10AWG is probably better then I'll do it,I definately want to be sure were not starved for power as alot of audio folks +pros go the 10AWG route and some do the 12AWG.My mind is at ease knowing from the panel to my gear I have no power issues.Of course with a couple of Torus(s)up front I get more power in reserve than the wall can give me,but that's another story.
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drummermitchell
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Very good,that's why I had my electrician do mine.
No worries,DONE.
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