Lifting grounds in the system.


I've heard that lifing grounds in the system will help reduce noise. How can I get the cheater plug that allow me to lift the ground? I tried to find at Home Depot, Lowe, and Radio shack but no luck. Is there any other way to lift the ground using the existing power cord and without cutting the ground prong.

Thanks,

Supakit S.
supakit

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I lifted the ground on my system about 5 years back after a phone conversation with Audiogon member "Skull". Thanks again Mike, what a difference it made. Maybe he will see this post and refresh the star ground theme for us all, and for me once again. (Sorry, mine is behind the wall now, and I might forget to mention something important). I also agree with Bob bundus and Detlof, the GFCI recepticles have really messed up the sound in every system I've heard them in. And yes, try to install an older sytle sub panel in your listening room which uses the older style screw in fuses. (It does make a difference). I found a 100 Amp panel at a electrical surplus store, disassembled it, had it powdercoated and installed by my local electrician. (so they are out there, and it can be done). Just my 2 cents ...