A power board feeds several pieces of gear from one wall outlet, with 4, 6 or 8 outlets rated at 10 amps, individual or universal switching and surge trip protection.
About Power Boards
A reliable power board is the backbone of any audio setup, feeding multiple pieces of gear from a single wall outlet. SWAMP power boards are available with 4, 6 or 8 individual 10 Amp outlets, with either a universal on/off switch or a switch per outlet, plus trip switches that protect your equipment from power surges.
Individually switched outlets are especially handy in audio rigs, letting you power gear up and down in the right order without pulling plugs, while surge protection guards amplifiers, mixers and powered speakers against voltage spikes. Boards come in black or white to suit stage, studio, home or office setups. To complete your power chain, browse our power cables, power supplies and power cable connectors, or explore the full range of power products at SWAMP.
Power Board FAQs
Do I need surge protection on a power board for audio equipment?
It is a smart move. Audio gear like amplifiers, mixers and powered speakers is sensitive to voltage spikes, and a power board with a surge trip switch is cheap insurance against damage from storms or unstable venue power.
What is the benefit of individual outlet switches on a power board?
Individual switches let you turn each device on and off without unplugging anything. In an audio rig this makes proper power sequencing easy: switch power amps and speakers on last and off first to avoid pops that can damage drivers.
How many outlets should my power board have?
Count every device in your setup and allow a couple of spare outlets for headroom. SWAMP power boards come in 4, 6 and 8 outlet versions, and using one board with enough outlets is safer than daisy-chaining multiple boards together.
