McIntosh MA9000 temperature in standby


Hello,

My system consists of McIntosh MA9000 with DA2 DAC, McIntosh MT10, Burmester BA31 and IFI Zen Streamer.

I noticed that the temperature of the integrated amplifier (heatsink) is about 102°F (39°C) at a room temperature of 79°F (26°C).

I performed the following test by increasing the volume in 3 steps:

1. 30% volume for 15 minutes: heatsink temperature -106°F (41°C)

2. 50% volume for 15 minutes: heatsink temperature -117°F (47°C)

3. 70% volume for about 15 minutes: heatsink temperature -145°F (62.7°C) - the power was cut off

I would like to know if 55°F (13°C) on top of the room temperature is normal for McIntosh amplifiers in standby. 

Thank you in advance for your support

 

constantin1970

Showing 1 response by overthemoon

I don't recall my MC302 ever being not room temperature when in standby and much props for listening at 70%!