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Best way to measure an Amp's power capability

Hello Everyone, 
As we all know not all watts are created equally. A 1,000 watt amp from brand A can be trounced by a 100 watt brand B amp. 

So what is the best way of telling if an amp is high current just by reading the specs or may be by looking at the inside of an amp?

What should one look for?

Thanks in advance! 
danimaz

Showing 1 response by oldhvymec

oldhvymec
5,101 posts
 
You're on the right track, You're looking and learning and listening.

Listen, to the BS, listen with your ears and learn what you want to do. 
THEN put down your hard earned cash.

No need to get mad or unhappy, after the fact. Plan it out a bit.

Room size, partner issues, you know that stuff, all counts.

I have a dog that knows when I'm around other than "Mcintosh" stereo gear. Gets kinda uppity, when I come home! (so material, what are these dogs, coming too?  :-)

Regards
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