Thanks @soix appreciate the reply and that makes sense. And it’s never been about the energy cost, more about what’s best for the components. I know turning on and off does contribute to wear and tear but I wondered if leaving on or idle also contributed to wear and tear…appreciate you-thank you!
Leave system on or power everything down?
Hi All,
I know this is a frequent topic. But I'm looking for all of your expert advice on this. My HT system consists of:
Krell Foundation 4K - processor
Earthquake Cinenova Grande 5 channel power amp
DENAFRIPS Ares II 12th - DAC
4 SVS SB4000 subs
The wife and I only use our theater room Friday through Sunday. Monday through Thursday we just hang out in our living room.
Since the HT system is off 4 days straight, I have recently started to turn all master power switches to off on the Krell, Earthquake, DENAFRIPS, and all 4 subs. The Earthquake only has the 1 power switch unlike other amps which have a "standby".
What do you think, should I leave everything on or in standby or better to power all off? And if standby is the consensus, what about the Earthquake amp? Leave that on or switch off?
Thank you in advance!
Best Regards,
Brian
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Thanks for the replies. I actually did reach out on the Grande and he said leave it on, but then changed and said turn it off when not in use “doesn’t really matter’. I can reach out to Krell and SVS as they’ve both always been very responsive. Same with DENAFRIPS. Was just hoping to get a consensus here rather than making 4 calls-LOL!
Always appreciate everyone’s help, time, and support!
Thank you! |
You are all awesome! Thanks so much for taking the time to help!
it seems like almost a 50-50 split on this😂! You all make great points on both sides and it all makes sense…
@bigtwin thanks for the laugh, yeah maybe consensus wasn’t the right word😂!
It just feels weird leaving it all on for 4 days straight without even being in the room at all. And believe me it has NOTHING to do with green. Guess it’s more an automatic reflex to turn something off when you’re done? |
@jl35 You are correct on that! I do not like to waste anything😂😊! Great call! |
@imhififan very interesting, I did not know that about the Earthquake. Thank you! I also have a Simaudio Titan 5 channel amp. I’d always wanted this from when they first came out back in like 2000, but I couldn’t afford one at that time. Had a chance to get one on EBay (obviously used) and jumped on it. That unit has the front panel power button along with the rear power switch. Always hit the front button when I was done but always left the rear panel switch on. Thanks to all again for taking the time to reply. Enjoying hearing everyone’s experiences, and yes it does help😊 |