Running a solid state/Class D TC BH250 without a speaker load - bad idea?

Discussion in 'Amps and Cabs [BG]' started by AndyLES, Jul 7, 2013.

  1. AndyLES

    AndyLES

    Aug 25, 2008
    New York
    Hi,

    I used the search function but didn't find anything on this particular amp, so I have to ask...

    Can a class-D amp like the TC Electronic BH250 run without a speaker load? I know that doing so with, say, tube amps is an definite no-no, but I'm not sure about solid state. Any advice?

    I want to do the firmware and toneprint app updates, but I don't have a speaker cab handy (I typically use house backline speakers for gigs).
     
  2. Primakurtz

    Primakurtz Registered Nihilist Supporting Member

    Nov 23, 2011
    Denver, Colorado
    No worries - no speaker load is needed.
     
  3. AndyLES

    AndyLES

    Aug 25, 2008
    New York
    Thank you so much! Just tried it...works great!