Need cool running integrated under $1500 new/used

[jeffkrag]

I have a second system with an old pair of B&W 803 series2. I currently use a Cambridge 850 int which sounds great, but gets too hot to leave on 24/7, which is what I want do as the amp is in another room. I would guess I need at least 75 wpc to power these (although maybe even a good 50 wpc is good enough?). I'd also prefer to have two speaker outputs (A+B and A or B), but its not necessarily a deal breaker. Suggestions?

[Masterlu]

Teac AI 2000



Comes in Silver too!

[jdandy]

Ivan.......The TEAC AI2000 looks darn good.

The AI-2000 drives 180W per channel into one of two sets of speakers, switchable from the front panel and terminated with binding posts. It has a balanced analog input in addition to the five standard analog inputs, including a phono input stage. A preamp out is also included for use with a recorder or to send to a subwoofer. A stereo headphone output is also provided for private listening. TEAC’s AI-2000 is the rare component built for discerning audio quality without the stratospheric price tag to match. The AI-2000 is available in black or silver.

AI-2000 SPECIFICATIONS

•Authentic Discrete Analogue Amplifier Circuit
•5 Audio Inputs (Phono, CD, Tuner, AUX, Tone-Direct)
•Balanced Analogue Audio Input: x 1 (XLR)
•Analogue Audio Inputs: x 5 (RCA)
•Preout: x 1 (RCA)
•A/B Speaker Outputs
•Detachable AC Socket
•Aluminum Front Panel and Volume Knob Remote Control
•Output Power: 180W + 180W (4 ohms), 125W + 125W (8 ohms)
•Total Harmonic Distortion: less than 0.008%
•Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 100dB (A-weighted)
•Frequency Response: 10Hz - 30,000Hz (-0.5dB)
•Headphone Out: x 1 (6.3mm)
•Speaker Terminals: x 2 pair (Binding Post)
•Operation: 120V AC, 60Hz (US), 230V AC, 50Hz (EUR)
•Dimensions (W x H x D): 17-1/8" x 6-1/8" x 15-7/8" (435 x 154 x 403 mm)
•Weight: 30 lbs. 14oz. (14 kg)

[Masterlu]

Dan... The Teac line is often over looked, and sounds spectacular.

[jeffkrag]

But does it run cool for 24/7 on?

[Masterlu]

Originally Posted by jeffkad

But does it run cool for 24/7 on?

Yes, it runs very cool; will warm up at full throttle like most SS amps.

[jeffkrag]

Thanks Ivan. Researching now. Anybody have any other suggestions?

[dirtbag]

I have a Bryston B60 that I use as my workhorse. It does double duty either running my patio speakers from a remote location ( so it gets left on all the time) or in my motorhome for the outside speakers in a tight enclosure. Built like a tank, always runs cool and pretty versatile as far as speaker matching goes. Only runs 1 set of speakers though.

I would comfortably recommend looking for a 2nd hand Nad M3 Dual Mono integrated which should be comfortably in your price range. That is a very well made & terrific sounding amp and will deliver about 200 watts @8ohms, which will control your B&W's well, reducing cone breakup/fatigue & give you good bass and headroom. Also you can put the M3 in standby mode 24/7 which means only caretaker circuitry is on, thereby reducing warm up time for critical listening. It also comes with a high quality metal remote.

Here is a link fyi - M3 Dual Mono Integrated Amplifier - NAD Electronics

Link to Stereophile review - NAD Master Series M3 integrated amplifier | Stereophile.com

[McPlanar]

McIntosh MA6100 I had one of these powering my Maggies until I decided to go back to separates so now it may move into the bedroom.