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Using a power strip in an old home that was build back in 1955

I'm not sure if this post is in the correct topic, but the title says it all. I live in a house that was built back in 1955 and this house has very few grounded outlets. I use power strips throughout the home and have never had a problem occur.

I plan to upgrade one power strip and my question is if I use a power strip like this one

https://www.amazon.com/SUPERDANNY-Protector-Outlets-Charging-Extension/dp/B08Z2ZKVXX/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=3SBFJHLALO6QN&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.s0_HlP9WURLAXog0sGN2IYFWFyxz8mv_FlE-jBVldyFzMbcrgFRL4s7omCYnD5Tme9-N7eaM7TU6cSHLYvmCSKosQF2WDkWUCk3wcKYlkNkyj3aruYly_umT5WfWzdUCwVRgX2JMPDUc9Rs8xRlBnwjEybJuQfD7TVsKwe6XF_2GNQMXRQH35YxULNEytSE00WYIjIs23hTulfn45F3-aaYw2nOkns730GHg4Pb2vHw.1VcY2JcKKBP7V9hL1YgK-OAGfbzc_GHUvAOvOyqbJbE&dib_tag=se&keywords=power+strip+24+outlets%5C&qid=1726891536&sprefix=power+strip+24+outlets+%2Caps%2C293&sr=8-2-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1

Would I have a wiring fault as the outlet is not grounded?

This power strip doesn't have a yellow light built in.

https://www.amazon.com/TROND-Protector-Rotating-Extension-Essentials/dp/B0D1K55GPC/ref=sr_1_9?crid=3SBFJHLALO6QN&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.s0_HlP9WURLAXog0sGN2IYFWFyxz8mv_FlE-jBVldyFzMbcrgFRL4s7omCYnD5Tme9-N7eaM7TU6cSHLYvmCSKosQF2WDkWUCk3wcKYlkNkyj3aruYly_umT5WfWzdUCwVRgX2JMPDUc9Rs8xRlBnwjEybJuQfD7TVsKwe6XF_2GNQMXRQH35YxULNEytSE00WYIjIs23hTulfn45F3-aaYw2nOkns730GHg4Pb2vHw.1VcY2JcKKBP7V9hL1YgK-OAGfbzc_GHUvAOvOyqbJbE&dib_tag=se&keywords=power+strip+24+outlets%5C&qid=1726891536&sprefix=power+strip+24+outlets+%2Caps%2C293&sr=8-9

I'm not an expert in the field so that is why I'm asking.

gamekid
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danager
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The 2 to 3 prong plug adapter is your friend.  I lived like that for over a decade without an issue.  Actually lifting the ground with the adapter will make those with grounded receptacles sound better

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unreceivedogma
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If your home isn’t grounded, I’d say grounding your audio is the least of your problems.

I live in a building built in 1865. I installed all new electrical and plumbing.

Ya just can’t mess with second rate electrical work. Safety and fire hazard.

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mikeverzella
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+1 for ecat026’s recommendation of GFCI outlets. This was first suggested to me by the home inspector to bring my receptacles to code. My home was built in 1910.

A GFCI protects you by severing the flow of power whenever it detects ground faults or leakage currents. They are easy to install (do your homework—shut off the breakers before work, etc).

I swapped all receptacles before putting my computer and hifi equipment on them, and I have not had any trouble. Over time you can look to run dedicated power from dedicated breakers to dedicated hifi outlets and keep building up, without replacing your whole grid. 

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russbutton
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It's always a Bad Idea to not have grounded power circuits.  Good surge protectors are a good idea, but you really need to upgrade your wiring.  Really.  That change to the wiring code w as done for a reason.  You are risking a whole lot more than your audio rig.

I use the surge protector from Belkin, but your choices look OK if you believe their spec.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000JE9LD4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1

 

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