always have a load on a tube amp.
Why would would you want to waste tube life (a very finite thing) breaking it in. Just sit back and enjoy the music.
1st Tube amp question
I just purchased my 1st integrated tube amp, the Wilkenson R8. Can I turn it on with no source and no hookup to speakers to start burnin time? I have read it should always have a source and be hooked up to speakers so as not to damage. Can you offer advice for first time use?