Put the amp in "Standby" before powering off? Yes or no...

[purpleplexi]

Hoping Dave can chime in on whether or not you should put the amp back in "Standby" before turning the power off.

 

[squank]

I'd like to hear Dave's perspective as well.

Marshall used to say it was unnecessary to go to standby when shutting off. Now they say you should.

 

[campbellcj]

I always do it by habit. Surely it couldn't hurt, right? And I want it to be in Standby when powered-up next time.

 

[gibsonash]

In my experience no .

 

[RACKSYSTEMS]

It really doesn't matter. Do what you will.

 

[Bry Guy]

I do it just to be on the safe side. I also turn my blower on it for a few minutes after a gig to let the amp cool down (4 hour shows) before I cover it up and pack it away.

Like Dave says, it probably doesn't matter. But I feel better doing it so.....

 

[wurs]

cool

 

[RiffEmAll]

I heard that switching it right off (no standby) would discharge the capacitors faster. It would also preserve your tubes longer - the sooner you turn it off. No real reason to have to hit standby first, but if it makes you feel better then go ahead.

 

[mark5152]

Doesnt make any difference!