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Y power cable for Monoblocks

In the comming days I will receive a pair of new monoblocks. But I have a small problem, I do not have enough wall sockets to plug all my gear into.

I currently have a surge protector in which all my sources are plugged in. And my ss integrated is plugged straight in the wall.

I would prefer to plug the tube monoblocks directly into the wall sockets as well. But with only one socket available I end up with a problem.

As a solution I figured I could get a "Y" power cable, with plug for the wall socket and two connectors one for each amp.

Is this wise? What other options should I consider?
nick_sr

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aptquark
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Oh...let me mention this,

I am currently using a y-power cord to run my VTL tiny triodes. Low wattage little brutes. The power cord comes from Dell servers (rack mount) that have redundant power supplies (hence the y-power cord). Typical power cord gauge. Honestly, for these amps, I prefer this setup. Not only does it keep the power cord mess to a minimum (obviously), but allows for a one-source origin of power. Dedicated line of course. I don't hear a difference between this and the normal setup. Realistically, I would not use this setup for more powerful amps (monos). Cheers.
aptquark
99 posts
 
Nicksr...you have concluded well in my opinion. Get a dedicated line and be done with it. You can still use a y-cable IF your amps are low wattage. Give it a shot, you may be surprised. There is only one problem I see that cannot be avoided...your live in Canada! OK OK I'm joking for heavens sake. Cheers!
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