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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. 

 

dman777
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zavato
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I have an X250.8 and yes it can run hot. if it is warm I turn on the ceiling fan. Done. 

willgolf
964 posts
 

I have a PL 350.8 with an XP 32 in an enclosed area similar to a fireplace.  I simply installed an Infinity AC fan to pull in cool air from the front and exhaust hot air out the rear.  It is thermostatically controlled so the fan only goes off when the temp reaches my set level and runs at 21 dB's

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rikkipuu
354 posts
 

XA60.8's.  Do my listening at night, helps keep the room comfortable.  Turn them off unless I forget.

Had to put a cage over them as my cat liked to sleep on them.

audiopacer
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@dman777  what are you going to do? Based on all the responses from experienced members, you have more than enough anecdotal information to make a decision. Let me know if you list your 861. I might be interested. 
 

dman777 OP
188 posts
 

@audiopacer Ok. It will be a a few months before I decide (if I decide). I really like the 861 :) It's a very unique sound to have it so warm but so resolving. 

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