Heat sinking op-amps - any audio improvements?


Is there any evidence out there that supports claims that installing a heat sink on an op-amp can improve performance? I’m debating trying some on some NE5532’s. Worth the effort?

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I’m debating trying some on some NE5532’s. Worth the effort?

Why not? It's an inexpensive tweak and can easily reverted.

I know it sounds crazy, but maybe keeping them even a little bit cooler might be beneficial.     

Crazy? Not really.

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