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Do you leave CD players with tube outputs on?

I was wondering how many owners of cd players with tube outputs leave their CD players on all the time. I have a Ayon CD-1 with a tube output stage. Based on input I received I've been turning off after listening and let it warm-up at least a half hour before each use. On the other hand, it is my understanding that the electronic circuits for CD players need around 72 hours of being on to reach their full potential. Is there any harm in leaving a CD player with tubes on all the time other than a shortening of tube life?
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unclejeff
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My Audio Aero Capitole has been left 'on' 24/7 for over four years with no drop in quality that I can notice. Until I got my Anthem D2 the Capitole served as my main DAC as all other components, including satellite, streaming audio and DVD player. I also used to play lots of CDs.

My cherished Capitole is now 'off' most of the time as my music library is in my computer and I don't play CDs all that often. Still, it does sound great when I do power it up.

Oh, yes the D2 is 'on' 24/7.
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