I power off my main amps if I so much as take the trash out or make a beer run.
Question is, should the pre-amps be cycled the same way?
Roy M. said of pre-amp tubes, there's only so many electrons in 'em. Makes sense.
OTOH, I've heard and read that powering tube preamps on and off shortens the heater life, ergo the tube life.
Be interested to know your experience and knowledge in this matter. A warmed-up pre-amp sure sounds nicer than one that's just been lit for a few minutes, But is there a cost-benefit analysis here?
Thanks, as always,
Dave
Question is, should the pre-amps be cycled the same way?
Roy M. said of pre-amp tubes, there's only so many electrons in 'em. Makes sense.
OTOH, I've heard and read that powering tube preamps on and off shortens the heater life, ergo the tube life.
Be interested to know your experience and knowledge in this matter. A warmed-up pre-amp sure sounds nicer than one that's just been lit for a few minutes, But is there a cost-benefit analysis here?
Thanks, as always,
Dave