Hi bill
yes tube gear does run hotter--- the tubes do generate heat..
there are units with and with out exposed tubes ---
check out our showcase on audiogon ...
tubes can last as short as a couple of months -- if not biased right or a couple of years ... depends on usage ...
and tupes can cost various prices -- from $10 to a couple hundred dollars .. again depending on make ..model and manufacturer
stephen
yes tube gear does run hotter--- the tubes do generate heat..
there are units with and with out exposed tubes ---
check out our showcase on audiogon ...
tubes can last as short as a couple of months -- if not biased right or a couple of years ... depends on usage ...
and tupes can cost various prices -- from $10 to a couple hundred dollars .. again depending on make ..model and manufacturer
stephen