Multi-Outlet with NO Conditioning

Stehno: It's quite probable that Peter has chosen to run an aftermarket device that won't allow multiple dedicated lines without sacrificing what he feels are the benefits of that device. He does mention balanced power with surge suppression and noise filtering, so i would assume that he's simply trying to share the output of one larger aftermarket AC device amongst the entire system chain.

If such is the case, running dedicated lines from this device would achieve nothing that a high grade power strip wouldn't do. That's because all of the internally generated noise would still congregate at the same feedpoint. As such, so long as there isn't any form of current limiting going on, adding additional lines would achieve nothing but higher cost and increased system complexity.

Peter: I would second the recommendation of Chris VH at VH Audio. Albert can also make you some type of AC junction box using his Porter Ports. While Chris specifies what he uses in terms of wiring in the construction of his on the VH Audio website, you would probably have to contact Albert to find out the specifics of what he offers. Both of these would be no-frills units in terms of cosmetics, but would get the job done in a very efficient manner. Both of these guys are complete gentleman and you won't find anyone nicer to deal with. I'm quite certain that if you wanted to, either would sell you the necessary parts to build your own power strip built to your own spec's. Most parts could also be picked up at a local hardware store. If you go that route, make certain to use heavy gauge cabling and outlets / plugs that offer solid grip, both on the internal wiring and their mating external connections. Sean
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I appreciate that, Sean. However, if what you say is the strategy Peter_s has chosen, I think my points/concerns are still valid.

I'm all for balanced power and would like to get there myself one day (simply by rewiring everything for 230 volts and continue with my same line conditioners).

However, Peter_s still has the following to deal with:

o Balanced power still does not clean the dirty AC from the pole.

o Bi-directional digital noise continues to be induced into every other component.

o His amplifier (almost relardless of current draw) would be choking for power to reproduce any loud, complex, and/or otherwise dynamic passages. Therebye most likely rendering his listening sessions to a rather flat and lifeless presentation.

o He still risks overloading the circuit.

Other than that, I think it's a great strategy. :)

-IMO

Thank you, Miss Manners. I'll keep that in mind.

However, Peter_s clearly stated, "Suggestions welcome, please!" And even though he may not have considered receiving suggestions that deviate from his original question (which happens regularly in these forums), the chosen strategy is certainly questionable enough to warrant somebody suggesting his entertaining alternatives. Even if he already had done so.

And by all means, correct me if my suggestions are invalid. But I so happen to think that the suggestions I provided will give him far greater safety and sonic enjoyment than any other suggestion posed thus far. Even if other's suggestions more appropriately answered his question.

I mean, what if the next guy asks for suggestions for a 12 outlet strip for his single dedicated line?

And yes, true balanced power will clean up some of the AC via common mode noise rejection, but as I stated earlier the AC is still dirty coming from the power plant and balanced power will not clean that up.

-IMO

If one has 24 outlets feeding off of a dedicated line that is truly capable of providing 15 amps ( 1800 watt ) from a single duplex outlet, and all of their gear only adds up to 800 - 1200 watts of draw at any given time, where does the current limitation come into play? Obviously, so long as everything is built robust enough to pass that level of sustainable current, there shouldn't be a problem. One would have to judge each installation individually though, as some specific instances might present different variables that require consideration. Other than that, i do agree that isolating components is best if one can do such things.

As to what constitutes a "good" power line conditioner / filter, you and i have been down that road before. I won't bother going there as it is not worth doing so all over again. I will only say that manufacturers that provide verifiable specs for their products rank a lot higher in my book than companies that don't tell you anything about their products at all. Then again, when they make no specific claims and provide no specs, it is easy for them to live up to their own hype. Sean
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