-> That's why after 11 years in the live biz, my favorite saying is:
->
-> "A great Fluke meter is cheaper than the worst piece of gear in the
-> rig!"
->
-> Unfortunately, the real fault lies in the person who FAILED to test
-> the
-> power before plugging in.  I ALWAYS tested all power sources before
-> any
-> of my gear was plugged in, including theatres and other long-standing
-> buildings.  I even sent an engineer home without pay once for not
-> metering
-> the circuits.   He learned his lesson!
->
-> Never forget that neutral usually is not switched!  The gear dosen't
-> even
-> have to be turned on before it can toast.
hi barry
as i noted to the other guy besides owning a 48 track studio i'm an
electrician. and I agree with all of what you said above. test the
voltage BEFORE PLUGGING IN.not before turning on. I didnt have the melt
down he did.... well take care
                                 NEAL NEWMAN -Engineer/Owner
                                 DeBennetto Recording
                                     Home of
                                 WhiteTail Records
                                 SweetHeart Records
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