[snatex]

If you had to advise someone on the best way to optimize power related issues for their audio system what would you recommend and why? Please try to include a bare minimum inexpensive solution and something better if you wanted to consider more expensive options.

 

[Speedskater]

Plug everything thing into the same outlet strip and stop worrying about it.

 

[Jandu]

run a dedicated power line from the fuse box to your equipments and ground it properly.

 

[Zenvota]

I use a topaz line noise isolator to isolate the dac and headamp from the ac mains, it provides 140db of common mode noise reduction, 60db traverse noise, functions as surge protection, and allows a low impedance unfiltered connection between the dac and amp.

I found a used one on ebay for $30 but you can get new in box units for ~$100.

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/391750882340

 

[Speedskater]

run a dedicated power line from the fuse box to your equipments and ground it properly.

It would be poor workmanship indeed, if the electrician forgot to connect the Safety Ground wire.