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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Other than @cakyol, who else out there has an amp that dims the lights when you turn it on?

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Amplifiers differ and human habit too , climate, house grid , etc then there is NO ONE RULE for all and every amplifier and for each one of us..

 

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 Electronic components don't wear out like for example mechanical components. But a mains voltage spike or lightning strike - that'll fry your amp and perhaps other components - nicely. Maybe unplug your system if you're not using it for long periods.

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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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However out here in the boonies, lightning strikes are frequent and without a very fast over voltage protection it can and will damage your gear.