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Dedicated Line - Things to consider

Hey all,

So…as far as building my system is concerned, I’m pretty much in a good spot for now with the components and cables. I can say I’m satisfied with the sound. But, as we all know, system building isn’t an action that can ever be completed, it’s a state we’re constantly in.

Right now I have few finishing touches left. 
1. Run a dedicated line 
2. Improve room acoustics

Wanted to solicit some thoughts on running a dedicated line. 
First of all, is it a worthy addition? What are the deciding factors? I realize all the appliances in the house 💩 into the power line, and I use a power conditioner for the source components. Amp is plugged directly into the wall. 
Here’s what I have in mind if I’m to go ahead and run a dedicated line - 14 awg solid copper wiring - any particular brand? 20A or 15A circuit? Is it worth running one for the amp and one for source components? Or is using one duplex outlet on a dedicated line sufficient to cover amp and source components? 

Would appreciate any thoughts based on experience and lessons learned…what would you do differently if you were to do it again? What improvements should I be expecting?

 

Thanks in advance for sharing your thoughts!

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immatthewj
2,208 posts
 

. . . here is one that I found interseting on the topic of a single circuit vs multiple circuits and RF . . .

 

immatthewj
2,208 posts
 

. . . here is one that I started after reading the previous one that I pasted got me wondering about a single circuit vs multiple circuits . . .

 

and just quite recently, Emergingsoul started a thread in the amps/preamps forum about putting multiple circuits on the same leg of the electrical panel or on both legs . . . I won't paste a link to that one, because it is up pretty near the top of the amps/preamps page. . . .

 

immatthewj
2,208 posts
 

. . . here is another one that I remember being basically about one vs multiple circuits . .

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audioguy85
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One line is sufficient, especially if you will be using a power conditioner with say 6 to 10 outlets. Also 12 gauge Romex (20 amp) circuit is all you really need. 10 gauge is harder to work with and not really necessary. Also, you need to be mindful of ground loops if you are going for more than one dedicated circuit. I believe in keeping it simple to avoid such issues. 

ghdprentice
7,228 posts
 

Dedicated lines are a critical component in improving sound quality of your system.

You want two and using 10 gauge wire. One for your amp(s) and one for your power conditioner and the rest of your equipment. Beyond this, if you want go further you can get audiophile wire and do additional upgrades. But each time I have added a direct line the difference has been very substantial and cost effective. I have not gone beyond 10 gauge ROMEX. But that has been really worth it.
 

I don’t think I have ever heard of anyone that has disputed this outcome, as in everything else about high end audio.

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