Can it hurt a 5.1amp only using left & right chnls


Hello

Can anyone tell me if I am hurting a 5.1 channel amp by only using the front left and right channels for output.
Its a Harman Kardon avr 525 it always has run a little warm.
I am using it for stereo sound only.
rapidpro1

Showing 1 response by coltrane1

Yes, but of course those unused channels have "hurt" feelings cause they've been neglected. Where's the love for those wasted rears?

All kiddin' aside, the HK I owned for a bit ran warm too. Perhaps it's the nature of the amps inside, but as long as you're providing it ample ventilation I'd not worry about it.

Enjoy!