Surge/Power Conditioning For Amplifiers


I have read alot of conflicting opinions on this subject. Is it safe to plug my amp directly into the wall? (I have dedicated circuits with hospital grade outlets) I just invested a tidy sum on a new amplifier(Pass X-150),and if I can protect it without "choking" it,I certainly would. What do the experts think???? I appreciate all opinions.
krelldog

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The Chang Lightspeed model 9900 Amp has 30 amp current capacity, does not constrain dynamics, is Stereophile recommended technology, has integral surge protection, is priced around $900 list, is available cheaper if you know where to shop. Others such as the Audio Magic Stealth or their new Matrix offer similar protection; no doubt there are others too. Not all conditioners constrain dynamics, contrary to the claims of the uninitiated.
In my electrical environment I'd feel very insecure plugging my amp directly to line, although I have done that & it consequently blew up during a storm. Of course I have a whole-house industrial model Joslyn gas-discharge surge protector installed at my fusebox panel, which helps to minimize the damage to repairable status vs. totally destroyed. The equipment that was plugged into the Chang survived completely intact.