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Location of computer relative to system

Hi, I’m finally getting around to hooking my iMac up to my system using usb. My question is where should I put my iMac relative to other audio components including speakers? Assuming I should keep it away from speakers but what about amp? It would be convenient to place it on my McIntosh MA5200 amp, which is structurally strong, but I am worried about signal interference and the like. Your feedback is really appreciated. 
astorey
astorey OP
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Hi it is hooked up with USB.  I have it sitting on my sub right now which probably isn’t good for either. It sounds great though, can’t hear any increase in floor noise. If I put it on my McIntosh Amp it Willis not block any vents due to their location and the small footprint of the iMac stand. Any other feedback very welcome. 
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mapman
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Keep it 5 to six feet away or more and use a longer wire or go wireless to be safe. You generally don’t want noisy commercial computers near your hifi electronics. However they work very well as streaming sources if good isolation is maintained.
If you can have it on a separate electric circuit from your gear also a good idea.
astorey OP
29 posts
 
Excellent feedback! The Mc runs pretty cool but I agree heat is not a friend. I will get a longer usb and plug computer into a different ac circuit. Thanks much!
mlsstl
1,488 posts
 
I keep the PC that houses my music collection / music server in my home office. That connects via ethernet cable to the various players I have.
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