Karan KA-I 180Mk2
2x180W/8 sliding bias , cold like a stone ...second hand, almost new like ex demo in TX about 5.000 $
2x180W/8 sliding bias , cold like a stone ...second hand, almost new like ex demo in TX about 5.000 $
recommendations for amplifiers that don't emit tons of heat
I tried a Krell ksa 150 and while I liked the sound, it was like having a space heater in the room. I now have an Audio research vt100. It sounds fantastic, but it makes the room hot as well. Not as bad as the Krell, but it's still a drag in the summer.
I'm guessing I should just suck it up, but I'm curious what cooler running options there are that sound as good (or better)... suggestions?
I'm guessing I should just suck it up, but I'm curious what cooler running options there are that sound as good (or better)... suggestions?
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Ie: McCormack DNA amps- They run cool when at normal house volume. Only very slightly warm to the touch %99 of the time. Any descent SS amp would be good,... A/B is recommended. How about a used Sunfire 300 - not too heavy, reliable, sound amazing, and run very cool to the touch. used ones are about 500-800 for the 300 W model. 300@8 / 600@4 / 1200@2, / stable to 1 Ohm |
I decided to give class D a shot and purchased the Audio Research DS450. It is the best sounding amp that I've heard in my system. My friend and I have compared it to 4 other amps, including a Pass class A design, and it has come out on top every time. The closest competitor was another class D amp, the Hypex NC400 amps. They are available as a kit for around $ 1,500.00. |
Primare A34.2 or A60, which has a DAC. http://www.primare.net/product-list.asp?m=1 I'd surely place these on my must-demo list; but I don't think you'll find any used A6s yet. |
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