Amp ventilation question

Have a Marantz PM8004 integrated, lower level than the one you have your eye on. No worries, you will not need anywhere near 8".

The laptop cooler mentioned earlier sounds like a great idea for tube based gear in tight spaces.. Might try that with my tube CD player.

Everybody,
Thanks for your responses. Good feedback.

Glen-how do you like your PM8004?

Jeff

I own the amp you are looking at. I also have 4 1/2" of top clearance for it my open rack. Absolutely no problems whatsoever.

As is the case with just about anyone offering a product or service, they are being overly cautious in this hyper-litigious society of ours. I believe their 8" caveat is right next to the warning not to spill any McDees hot coffee on it either.

BTW, its a great amp and I highly recommend it. I don't know what you intend on driving with it, but I drive a pair of 4 Ohm Vienna Acoustic Bach Grands with mine, and the Marantz has taken these speakers to new heights.

I group of us all bought an amplifier of Japanese origin, I was the only one that installed fans, and my unit lasted about 2-3 times longer than the rest of them before the caps failed. So I strongly recommend installing the fans for proper cooling.

Czarivey,
Are you an anesthesiologist? Are you even connected to the medical profession?

Anesthesia is a dangerous drug. FYI Doubling the dose can kill someone.

Regards,
VJ