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Warm-up time for amps and preamps

How long does it take for your system to sound good from a cold start?
I try to keep my system on most of the time.  But occasionally I turn it off and it sounds like crap for a good half-hour to an hour.
i know there has been discussion here on the virtue of leaving tube preamps on all the time.
But my solid state amp (modified NuForce mono blocks) technician advises turning even them off occasionally.
rvpiano

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cymbop
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The designer of my tube integrated said that it's fully warm and stable after 15 minutes.  I'll give it at least 5 before starting any playback, and 15+ before sitting down for a listen.

My DAC/Pre (no tubes) stays on 24/7.

My office system has a Yamaha 2-ch receiver I bought in 1996.  I've only turned it off about seven times, ever -- and it still sings. 
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