Amp- better used or stored

[sjw]

@Richard.Dane
As you seem to have a whole hifi store at home(?)
I now have a ‘spare’ nait XS.
is it better stored or used ?
Thank you

[Richard.Dane]

if you store it then it’s a good idea to use desiccant packs to prevent moisture. Also worth getting it out now and then and using for a day or two. However, caps will gradually degrade whether used or not.

[graham55]

I’ve seen Richard’s tactful reply.

But I can’t see much point in ‘storing’ an amp. Surely you should either use it or get rid of it to someone who will use it?

[james_n]

I think that’s a dilemma quite a few face. I’ve still got a CB 140 that was part of my first Naim amp setup 34ish years ago and a lovely little Nait 1 that I bought a few years back as I’d always wanted one. The Nait does get occasional use and I suppose I do have enough spare kit knocking around to build a second system…

Do I need another system though and do I really need these vintage components when someone else could be getting enjoyment from them…

[graham55]

I think that you know the answer to your own question.

Couldn’t any sale proceeds be used to acquire something that you want or need, for the music system or otherwise?

[james_n]

Indeed, but I was given some old vinyl records the other day, the Nait has a MM phono stage and I do have a pair of Shahinian Compasses doing nothing. Just need a TT

[Christopher_M]

@sjw Nait XS in storage?! You’ve lost it mate!! :-)))

Best,
Chris

[Mark84]

You never know when you’ll need a spare amp. It’s very handy to have one stored away.

[GadgetMan]

Plenty of spare Amps on eBay if you need one desperately. Also your dealer may lend you one if yours is in for repair.

[Mark84]

Not so simple for some. The dealer that I just bought my NDX2 from is 2800km away.

[GadgetMan]

good point!