Opinions regarding powering amps via AC conditioners is in fact NOT unanimous. Depends upon the equipment, the AC cord, your individual experiences. If you can't even tell a difference then the Chang is not limiting dynanics (that's one reason why Stereophile recommends them). So use the Chang just for the integral transient protection; I've run mine this way for years & it also sounds better to me.
Integrated amp into Lightspeed?
I bought a Chang Lightspeed 6600 primarily for protection of my Classe CAP-100 with A/C Master Coupler, Rega 25, Acurus CDP with A/C Master Coupler, and Nakamichi Tapedeck. It seems unanimous that noone feels power amps should be plugged into these types of conditioners but what about integrated amps? I bet most of you will suggest that I trust my ears but I'm driving myself crazy trying to discern a difference. As I said I want to make sure the equipment is protected (I tend to leave everything powered on all the time).
I know I should put in a dedicated circuit; when I do, how do I ensure that the equipment is properly protected?
Thanks for your input.
I know I should put in a dedicated circuit; when I do, how do I ensure that the equipment is properly protected?
Thanks for your input.
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