Leave amps on or off?


Is it better to leave amps on or off when not in use,not including tubes.they do sound better warm but will affect the life span?
kevinm257

Showing 1 response by sdcampbell

I have always left my solid-state amps (Adcom, Bryston, and others) turned on at all times (except during electrical storms, or when away on vacation). Over a 13 year period, I have only one problem that required repair (a power transistor burned out). I think solid-state amps sound better when fully warm, and the warm up/cool down cycle is harder on the amp than being left on all the time.