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Luxman 590axii ventilation

Question for other class A owners out there. I’m keen on picking up a Luxman 590axii but my placement is limited to a cabinet shelf with an open back/front with about 1” of clearance above the amp. I can add some ventilation holes to the shelf above, but will be limited by a center channel speaker sitting on that shelf. Am I asking for trouble with a class a amp?

thanks!

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erik_squires
16,114 posts
 
Find yourself a 300 W light bulb to find out.  :-)

If your shelves are open front and back, 2-3" above should be enough.
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lalitk
5,526 posts
 
@trentgordon,

Take a look into components cooling solutions from AC Infinity, I have used them back in the days. 

https://www.amazon.com/AC-Infinity-Rear-Exhaust-Receivers-Components/dp/B01LW1Q429/ref=sr_1_2?crid=9...
ericsch
753 posts
 
Yes, I've had good luck with an Infinity fan on my Parasound Halo five channel amp. The fans are very quiet. 
ericsch
753 posts
 
Infinity also makes top and front exhaust fans.
builder3
758 posts
 
I own the L-590. An inch isn't enough, in my opinion. I have 2" above mine, plus open sides, front, and back. I'd like to have more space above it. It doesn't get hot, but more free air would be better.
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