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To Hot to Handle?

I have been contemplating the purchase of a tube amp. However, one of my concerns is the possible heat issues associated with running a tube amp (or mono blocs) with 12+ tubes during the summer in the Northeast. I do not have central air in my apartment.

Would it really be unbearable? I would appreciate comments from anyone with such experiences/solutions. Or, are there any 75+ watt tube amps in the under $2500 new/used category that don't run hot?

Thank you in advance,
mattybumpkin

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marakanetz
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75Wpc monos will produce the heat of approximately 180W each on the standby and near 450W each during loud play.
Multiply it by two and you'll get a pretty efficient heater to heat 150 sqfeet room during the beginning of Feb.
Sometimes if I don't have enough heat in my room I can turn on the amps and add some extra watts of heat and be OK.
That's why I bought SS amp that I use either in bi-amp or just single one during summer. My wife is happy as well.
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