amplifier longevity

Is there any difference in longevity and or reliability between valve amps and solid state amps?

I thought that perhaps design differences between ss and tube amps might be a factor here.

Specifically I am considering the valve amps by Rogue Audio vs. the solid state amps by Luxman, both great brands in my opinion.

Thanks!

yamaho12-23-2021 6:01am

sokogear Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,104 posts 12-27-2021 at 05:40pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete +1 @cakyol Another thing to consider: if you are like me, sometimes you want to play a record or two for a relatively short listening session. Since SS amps can (and should) be left on all the time, they sound optimal much more quickly than tube amps that you can't leave on all the time, and the turning on an off frequently can wear out the parts. If you like to monkey around and roll tubes and are more of an equipment head than a music head, tubes may be for you. If you are like me and want to KISS, go with a high quality SS integrated amp. Luxman is excellent and there may some others that are of better value to consider.
sokogear Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,104 posts 12-28-2021 at 12:58am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Many companies are now putting them on the back of the unit. If you are not going to be using it for an extended period of time,they should be turned off from an electrical safety standpoint. some very low current preamps or phono stages dont have power switches.