>> Remembering my old electronics certain classes of amp would run hotter when on a lighter
>> load (headphones compared to speakers).
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>> Your amp probably depends on covection to cool it.
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>> Might be worth removing the covers and giving it a gentle vacuum. ISTR you've posted
>> pics of computers blocked up with dirt.
>>
Yes, Class A amplifiers for example draw the same amount of power irrespective of load, so tend to run hot. I agree checking for dust is a good place to start.
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