Should I leave an Old Krell FPB 400 cx on all the time?

Was wondering if I should completely turn off this amp between use or keep it on Stand by mode.

jeffvegas07-03-2020 6:43am

jeffvegas OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 372 posts 07-04-2020 at 01:35am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Got 1 to 2 years left before recapping thats why I was wondering to milk a few extra years if turning it off completely will extend life.
bkeske Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5,597 posts 07-04-2020 at 02:33am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I keep my old Belles 400A on all the time. It has no stand-by. Luckily, for start-up and shut-down for the rest of the system, I have an ifi Mini Tube2 between the pre and amp that disconnects/connects the connection when I turn it off/on, but the amp stays powered 24/7. While not in use, it cools off and stays cool. I’ve watched my electrical use and no change after many months of doing this. When I start-up the system, the Belles is also ready to go. As this amp is over 30+ years old, I’ve been told there is less strain on any old parts to keep it on vs turning it off and on daily. So I do.
jond Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5,849 posts 07-04-2020 at 04:11pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Standby is the way to go, turning the amp totally on and off can stress the caps more than just leaving it on or partially on (standby).