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?

kevinm25702-22-2001 4:27am

bob_bundus Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,834 posts 02-23-2001 at 02:16am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I always leave my sold state gear fully powered up. It takes at least a full day or so to peak from a cold startup. Thermal cycling reduces equipment life, which is another consideration beside the higher electric bill. The energy isn't really wasted (about 9 months of the year it contributes to household heating) & power is cheaper in the midwest nowadays than natural gas anyway. To "7671" your LED's can actually last longer than you will.