Over the years, I've had a Pass-Labs 30.8, and several First-Watt amps all of which ran hot. The F-W SIT-2's and F8 ran hot as they were class-A as was the P-L 30.8. The sound was great in all of them. I presently have an Accuphase A48 also class-A which runs just as hot as the P-L and F-W amps. At idle or full tilt, they will run just about as hot as class-A is always driving. The sound is worth it ! IMHO...
Pass Labs Amps - Does the heat bother you?
I am very intrigued by pass amplifiers (NOT the intergateds). I have heard many good things about them. However, I also have heard from many people that they get really hot. I am interested in the stereo amps.... like the X350.
Curious, if you own one or used to own one... how do/did you deal with the heat? I wouldn’t want it heating up my living room where the AC runs more (which kills my music enjoyment session).
Also, I usually leave my amp on from 5:00 pm till I go to bed (anywhere from 9:00 pm to 12 am). Not sure how that would come into play if a pass labs would be a good fit for me.
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