ML Dust prevention

[schnauzer/lover]

My Martin Logan speakers came with some pretty nice dust covers, just wondering if most of you keep your ML covered all the time when not in use?

 

[amey01]

Yep, usually. When I'm not listening for long periods (like during the week) I cover them, but when I'm using them constantly (like on the weekend) I leave them uncovered.

 

[RichTeer]

Yep, usually. When I'm not listening for long periods (like during the week) I cover them, but when I'm using them constantly (like on the weekend) I leave them uncovered.

I'd never considered this before, but what you suggest sounds like excellent advice. I'll be sure to follow it when my Spires get here!

 

[Feltran]

It probably isn't a big deal, and I don't know if Martin Logan mentions it anywhere, but many manufacturers recommend not covering electronics while they are plugged in.

 

[amey01]

It probably isn't a big deal, and I don't know if Martin Logan mentions it anywhere, but many manufacturers recommend not covering electronics while they are plugged in.

When not used for a while (and covered), I usually unplug mine as well (standby current). It's a wastage thing - I'm not a greenie, and I don't need to save 5c on my power bill - I just don't like wastage!

 

[robertawillisjr]

I usually turn off the switch to the speakers every day after listening (when I remember) and turn them on in the evening when I return from work (about an hour before listening).

 

[danman]

I was told that by constantly putting on and taking off covers especially if they are plastic will cause static that will attract more dust! I suppose that if you don't use them much it is a good idea.

I have a dedicated room that has NO rugs and the door is always closed and only I can go in. The kids know that if they even open the door I will sell them!!!!

I also vacum twice a month but the room has extremely little dust. I would probablycover them if they were in a main room with constant trafic but I am not sure that taking them off and putting them on stirs up crap on its own!?

 

[schnauzer/lover]

Just an up date, I do like keeping my ML, covered all the time when not in use, but do not like the idea of having to unplug them every time. So I spoke to a ML tech. support guy and was told I do not have to unplug them or keep switching them on and off, so thats good to know.

 

[music again]

I have a dedicated room that has NO rugs and the door is always closed and only I can go in. The kids know that if they even open the door I will sell them!!!!

Selling the speakers or the kids?

 

[DonAudio]

Selling the speakers or the kids?

Equally large threat!:devil: