How long should a quality amp last??

[BCF150 10+ year member]

Hey, guys I'm looking into buying some expensive ( at least to my wallet) amplifiers. So my question is how long should a high quality amp last? I'm interested in the Arc Audio xxk/FD and DLS reference.

I know life span is probably hard to determine as it depends on several factors, but if the Arc or DLS were installed correctly and were used conservatively -- what do ya think I could get out of them?

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[jco1385 5,000+ posts]

it should last forever, or at least as long as you'd ever need it. if it was taken care of and not abused.

 

[goodstuff 10+ year member]

I've had a legacy bass amp for about 9 years now.

 

[KINGDELL91 10+ year member]

FORRRRR EVVVVVEERRRR!!! like he said take care of it!!!

 

[JimJ 5,000+ posts]

I'd count on at least 20+ years before you can start thinking about any sort of work...electrolytic caps are usually the first things to go from age.

With only minor work I know some 40+ year old amps that are still in daily service.

 

[stuckinok 5,000+ posts]

it should out last you

 

[BCF150 10+ year member]

Alright, thanks guys. I'm new to the audio world and didn't want to spend that amount of money and have it last for 2-3 yrs. I'd like to be able to transfer it to my next car later down the road.