is it ok to switch Rega amp on/off via mains socket instead of front switch?

[TiredRob]

Hi,

I just aquired a Rga Elicit-R amp... it seems great so far, but unlike all my other components, the remote does not operate as an on/off switch.

I have a spare Hive main socket, which I can operate remotely - would it be Ok to use this to switch the Rega amp on & off instead of using the manual push button on the front of the amp?

I imagine it would be safe to do so, but don't want to risk damaging the amp, and I can't find a contact to ask Rega directly.

Thanks for any info!

Rob

 

[npxavar]

TL;DR; Yes.

The internal switch on the Rega is placed before the transformer, which provides safety from transients created during on/off. Your mains switch is naturally before the transformer, so it is just as safe.

 

[plastic penguin]

Hi,

I just aquired a Rga Elicit-R amp... it seems great so far, but unlike all my other components, the remote does not operate as an on/off switch.

I have a spare Hive main socket, which I can operate remotely - would it be Ok to use this to switch the Rega amp on & off instead of using the manual push button on the front of the amp?

I imagine it would be safe to do so, but don't want to risk damaging the amp, and I can't find a contact to ask Rega directly.

Thanks for any info!

Rob

Yes of course it's fine. Most amps have 'stand-by' button on the remote control, but it's perfectly fine to unplug from the socket.

 

[TiredRob]

Thanks guys: the perfect answer!

 

[Al ears]

I don't know the properties of that Hive main socket but, because of potential current draw I plug my amps directly into a mains socket, or is this what you mean as opposed to some sort of extention lead?