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How hot does the Ayre EX-8 2.0 Integrated Amplifier get?

I am considering the Ayre EX-8 2.0 integrated amplifier and am concerned how hot the amplifier gets.  The amplifier will be placed in my Salamander Designs Wooden Cabinet (66"long, amp in middle cabinet), so heat is a concern.   The cabinet front doors will be closed, and the back is completely open (all panels removed).  I know the new 2.0 upgrade added new vents to remove the heat, but I am unclear how hot the unit gets.

There are no channel markings on the back of the amp for the left and right speaker connections and balanced inputs.   As you FACE the unit, is the left side for the left channel connections and the right side for the right channel connections?  

I called my retailer today for answers but they are closed on Mondays so I will call them on Tuesday.  To be honest, I prefer some real-world experience for how hot the unit gets.  I read a review who suggested Ayre’s Myrtle blocks to help cool the bottom of the amplifier.   Any other comments would be appreciated.  Thanks.  


hgeifman
hgeifman OP
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My retailer confirms the sleep/low power mode (push left button on front of the amp) is an option when not listening. In addition, in the Ayre manual (one of the many settings), there is a setting that, when enabled, places the amp in a low power mode after 30-minutes of no input (manual page 24).

The enable option automatically disables the audio circuitry when a selected input remains inactive after 30-minutes. As soon as the input becomes active again. the audio circuitry is automatically re-enabled. My Ayre EX-8 2.0 amp is still breaking in so I cannot judge its sounds quality. The Ayre manual says 100 to 500 hours are required for the amp to break-in. I hope this helps......

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kray
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@hgeifman any update on the Ayre sound wise?

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@deone

Please post the Brand & model of the USB fan you are using to cool your Ayre amp?  If possible, please include an Amazon link.  Thanks.  

deone
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I'm using the AC Infinity Multifan S4.  Very quiet and has been working 24/7 for ~5 years.

hgeifman OP
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@deone

Thanks.  Where did you place the AC Infinity Multifan S4 fan in relationship to your amp (behind it, where exactly, middle?). You are using one fan and not 2 fans, correct?   Do I need to keep the fan on 24/7 or just when my amp is on?   

if I want to use the fan only when the amp is on, I would need to turn it on and off manually, correct?  

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