Clearthink,
No, I am not confused, disoriented, or misinformed, but I do find your post rude, ignorant and disrespectful and it shows you lack knowledge in this area. I really do not know why you chose to post your disrespectful, inaccurate, and inflammatory post.
The AC supply VOLTAGE is 60Hz. Current draw is a function of the load, and is not limited to the 60Hz supply voltage. If you believe that is the case, then I do not think you are qualified to make a comment on this topic. Delkal is not correct. THD (Total harmonic distortion) is a critical measurement for AC products and is the ratio of power draw harmonics (above 50 or 60Hz) related to the 50 or 60Hz primary frequency. AGAIN, it is not unusual for a linear power supply to have a THD of 30% (or more). This is not debatable. It is the case. It is well known. It is easily measured. That 30% THD means there are higher frequencies on the power line.
Is that "noise"? When looked at only from a standpoint of AC line harmonics, yes. Does that mean it is bad? Debatable. There is a reason why some amplifiers don’t recommend power filters, which would reduce harmonic distortion on the AC line.
Here is a thought exercise for you and Delkal. Can a battery only supply power at DC or will the frequency of the power draw be exclusively a factor of the load?