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Leaving my amplifier on ok?

Would it be ok to leave my amplifier on all the time if I want to extend the reliability of the amp? Many amplifiers ar Class A, high current bias and tubes might be a problem if energy consumption is a factor. Not to mention Excessive heat from bias operation. Is it possible to extend the life of the amp with leaving it on all the time?

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@pindac 

 

I have never heard of an insurance company not paying because of the reasons you state, do you have some examples?

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I did have a carver receiver go up in flames, but it only lasted a split second, and unless there was a lot of paper and kindling on top of the receiver there was no chance of a fire.

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@bishop148 

Electrolytic capacitors and relays definitely have a life expectancy, so there are components in audio equipment that need to be replaced.

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