You said these were in storage for 8 years, was the system operated before then? If off for 8 years, that's not too long for an SS amp. The Spectral preamp has a separate power supply, so you can power up the power supply without connecting it to the preamp itself first. I have not had a problem with bringing SS equipment up to voltage relatively quickly. Say from about 50% of line voltage to 90% line voltage in about 2-5 minutes. Then go up to the full voltage slower, maybe 1 hour from 90% to 100%. After bringing the power supply of the Spectral to 100%, let it run for a couple hours or more. Then turn off and the next day, connect the preamp to the power supply and bring the voltage up to 90% in 1-2 minutes. Again go from 90% to 100% in an hour and let it run for a while. Follow similar procedure for each power amplifier separately, 2-5 minutes 50-90% then 90 to 100% in an hour. I'm sure others in the community will have comments, so I encourage you to wait to get more input. If you want to message me, feel free.
Need some advise please on a 30 year old system
My father was an avid audiophile and passed away about 15 years ago. His system included Infinity IRS Beta Speakers, Classe Audio DR-9 Amps, Linn Sondek LP 12 Turntable, Maestro audio cables, Sprectral DMC 10 Preamp and a lot of other extras. Around 8 years ago we sold the home and I put things in storage. It was my dad's pride and joy and hate to see it stripped for parts. It's in great shape but hasn't been turned on in years. I've come to the realization that I don't want to keep it and I'd appreciate some suggestions on what to do with it. Thank you
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