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Dedicated line question

I asked this question within another thread about the subject of dedicated power lines, but received no response.

I have what is essentially a dedicated line, seeing that the only other things this line serves are an overhead foyer light (incandescent) and two outlets in the garage that are seldom used for anything. Can I somehow get this particular line it's own dedicated ground with a minimum of fuss? What benefit would I receive from installing multiple lines for various components?

I am using ACME cryro outlets, which provided a major upgrade. Where can I go next to optimize my power? I do not use a line conditioner, but have high quality power cords.
wellfed
stehno
1,453 posts
 
You really should check out this thread for your info and the results.
http://forum.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/fr.pl?htech&1042129752&openusid&zz

And depending on your equipment, as you will see in that thread, the results can be outstanding.

-IMO
bob_bundus
1,834 posts
 
you do not have a dedicated circuit per Dill's explanation above.
the benefit of separate circuits for different components or different subsections (digital, video, analog, hi-power) is the isolation of them from each other, which helps prevent the radiated noise coming out of a given component (especially digital) from contaminating the others.
Similar or even better isolation effects can be achieved via a line conditioner with separate filtered outlets for each load. Upgrade cords accompanied by line conditioning & a dedicated circuit really add up to an optimum result in my experience. Oh yes, plus the definitive Wattgate 381 AC outlet.
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wellfed OP
690 posts
 
Thanks for the responses. I truly appreciate them.
subaruguru
1,376 posts
 
I ran three dedicated lines for my system in 2000: one for digital, one for low-level analog, and one for power amps.
The Belden 83802 all-Teflon, shielded 12AWG is outstanding for this application.
dennislowe
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With more dedicated lines you'll hear a blacker background, less noise and more detail. Make sure to avoid ground loops though.
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