two amps/one set speakers


I would like to use one set of speakers for both my 2ch (tube amp) & HT (SS amp) systems. Without using a switch box between the two, can I simply keep one set of speaker cable spades hooked up to the off amp and then insert a second set of speaker cables from the on amp (SS) via bananas. In other words, both amps would be connected to the speaker posts but one amp would be on and the other off. Is there any downside to the following - besides remembering to keep one amp off at all times?
steakster

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If you’re concerned about degrading your signal path by using a switch box, you may want to consider building your own "high-end" switch box with ultra quality components (i.e.: wire, circuits, connectors, etc.) Google "how to build an audio switch box" to gain access to a myriad of information (more than you'll want to know - isn't that always the case). You'll see that building one is relatively easy and you'll be able to "hot-rod" yours all you want. Maybe you can throw in a little silver wire, some $5.00 circuits and a few gold platted connectors then market them as the latest tweak for $2,000. You know someone would buy it.

Ben