I have 2 systems in my house, both Sugden ClassA . Will never own anything but. The upper system are the Sugden MPA-4 mono blocks, and the basement is the IA-4 integrated amp. Both systems have the amps on top so they can dissipate the heat. With a fluke meter and amp clamp, each mono block pulls 3 amps of power when turned on. Rated output is 165 WPC Pure class A Bliss.
Ditching Class A Amps due to Heat - Sort of a Poll
A discussion elsewhere about the future of Class A made me wonder how true one statement really is. So the questions are...
Have you done away with your Class A Amp due to Heat concerns?
Will you be moving away from Class A Amp due to Heat concerns?
Will you never buy a Class A Amp due to Heat concerns?
I only have a class A/B unit that does Class A up to 6 watts with almost no heat so really can't speak for those who have used in the past or currently own and run Class A Amps.