Ditching Class A Amps due to Heat - Sort of a Poll

I’m sadly amused at people worrying over slightly inefficient amps when the world population is exploding. We are already 6 billion over sustainable. I’m using my amp without any concerns or guilt. Btw, I have no children. That’s my contribution.

I have recently acquired my first 300b and it burns hotter than my push pull el34. But, it’s colder now and don’t really notice. I’ll right back in summer!

Shrinking audiophile market jimrobie? I think you’ll find the opposite if you talk to dealers here in the US. Tube gear sales has increased considerably and I’m pretty sure audiophiles aren’t worried too much about energy efficient systems. I buy energy efficient cars, refrigerators, dish washers, light bulbs but am not too concerned with my music system. I will listen in the dark if I have to. It’s too good!

I do hesitate before leaving the house for more than a couple of minutes with the amp on. My amp is not near anything but even if a tube blows, I want to be able to shut down quickly. When the power goes on, I’m home for awhile.