Been using vintage gear since long before it became popular. Installed a streamer, BlueSound Node 2i, a few years back. Use it for most of my listening. I’ve always worried about wear on the power switches, especially the Pioneer stuff with rotary switches. Saw a video from Skylabs Audio about using a ‘smart’ plug to power on stuff. Already have an Echo downstairs for the lights. Added a plug to the receiver, currently a Pioneer SX-3700. Since I never listen to the radio, the only time I need to touch my system is to switch to TT or pick between speakers.
Great option for an older stereo, and it’s nice that we can add this and Bluetooth so easily. My bedroom Sansui is controlled by the TV via a smart power strip with the TV plugged into the control outlet. Roku remote turns the TV on, easy peasy.