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Question about powering amp/pedals

Posted: Sat Sep 04, 2010 4:47 pm
by StudioShutIn
Hi,
I was just wondering if it is safe to power my amp and my pedals from the same powerstrip/surge protector, or if I should use two separate ones?
I currently have one of those 'hardware store' surge-protectors, with a big red on/off switch and about 8 or so outlets.

Re: Question about powering amp/pedals

Posted: Sat Sep 04, 2010 7:19 pm
by Noise...
I used to use the same outlet for both, and have always used the same powerstrip for both, as well as my keyboard.

Never once have I had an issue.

Re: Question about powering amp/pedals

Posted: Sun Sep 05, 2010 12:27 am
by Ironbird13
it is better to have your pedals and amp powered of the same power point so you dont get a ground loop hum

Re: Question about powering amp/pedals

Posted: Sun Sep 05, 2010 3:19 pm
by StudioShutIn
Ok..so basically, pedals and amp on the same powerstrip is perfectly fine (and even recommended)?
Nice :thumb: