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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?

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paladin
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Can you mount the TV on the wall?
 A $40 fix.
pedroeb
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I have to agree 1" is asking for trouble; if you don't find a way to increase circulation.

Adding suitable fans is like having it out in the open. Can be even better when the operating temperature is reduced.
scowler1
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+1 to paladin. Mount the tv and display the amp where it can breathe and look good…
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lak
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I own a Luxman 590 AXII and I agree with those that say you need more room for ventilation, especially above. I have mine sitting on top of one of my racks.
elliottbnewcombjr
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NOOOOOO,

and, you will dry out the cones of the center speaker (anything) above it.

I would never add fan noise in my listening space.

Could a pair of smaller mono blocks in 2 locations solve things?
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