many high end manufacturers do not recommend any surge protectors. they feel the sound is degraded.
Surge protective outlets?
I want to install Leviton hospital grade 20 amp outlets with surge protection built into them. The catalog # is 8381. 320 Joules, 500V clamping voltage. They will be used with a basic Home Theater system, not high end audio. Each dedicated 10/2 20 amp line will have one outlet. Is there any reason this type of outlet should not be used. I want to save space and avoid using power strips for surge protection. The main electrical panel also has a whole house surge protector installed. Any other ideas? Mabey a different brand of outlet? What are your thoughts about using these outlets on high end audio equipment?