Switched outlet for power amp


Is it recommended to use a switched outlet for a power amp with a soft start feature? Or, should one simply use the power button on the amp itself, and deal eventually with wear and tear on its power switch?
rlb61
Well, I took the advice and asked the designer of the amp. Here's his response ... "Just turn it ON when using, then turn OFF.  You might turn it on a few minutes earlier, but even that I don't think is required." As an audiophile, simplicity eludes me at times.

 


"Just turn it on"

 And you thought  my response wasn't "audiophile ' worthy?

He probably  didn't preface it similarly, though,  huh?
@tablejockey ... No, he didn't. He prefaced it politely, respectfully, and without sarcasm.
rlb61-
No offense meant. I find great knowledge/experience here.

Also, I don't take answers to my queries personal, and can laugh at myself when audio neurosis takes over, without me realizing.

Your question was an example. It begged for my response.
Your equipment was thoughtfully spec'd with the soft start, worry about the switch?

The clap on,clap off, guys get it.
@tablejockey ... no offense taken. It’s all good and you were correct ... in retrospect, I really did ask somewhat of a dumb question; however, since the amp is brand new, I’m still in that early "OMG" period of paranoia. I trust that, too, shall pass like a bad burrito.