Surge protector

I’ve decided not to worry about a new surge. It was the first one I had in my house in the 50 years I’ve lived here.
I’m keeping the speakers plugged into the wall.

I’d most likely do the same thing in your shoes, given the particular chain of events you’ve described.

At the same time, I have to admit I’m curious as to why Golden Ear replaced the amp for free if the problem was with the Furman...

GoldenEar simply said it was under warranty and promptly sent me a new one.

Fantastic speaker and company.

Yes; that is fantastic, indeed. So, a happy ending, at least!

The fact that every audiophile has a different system, hears differently, has different tastes and different experiences with different gear can complicate the process of choosing whose recommendations to act upon.

OP, 👍

I’m old enough as well to just not worry about a lot of stuff. Yes, a once in fifty years kind of thing is worth not worrying about.

I remember putting UV filters on my Nikon lens to protect them. What a waste. I stopped that twenty years ago and have never damaged a lens… but got the best the lenses have to offer. I don’t lock my car… I live in a very safe area… and there is nothing inside to steel. Etc. I just don’t sweat that stuff any more.

I recommend this unit. It's been working wonderfully for me.