Really, this is a thing? I've been running Class A for years and it really hasn't had any noticeable impact on my home energy consumption over other amp classes or tubes. I'm currently run a Pioneer M22 which is 30wpc pure Class A and it would take a heck of a lot for me to move away from it. Each to their own though.
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.