I purposely avoided Class A because of the heat and chose high bias Class A / AB amp as a compromise. I enjoy the sound and anticipate a longer service cycle out of them (electrical charge was not the concern). I was also aware of class D technology is on the rise but did not have a full confidence as I had with the high bias class A/AB amp.
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.