sean,magneplaner speakers[4 ohms] have a 86db at 1 meter and bryston amps are used by them for audition.bryston amps typically put out 400 to 500 watts into 4 ohms.other than monoblocking the bryston 4bst or the new 4bsst are the way to go.
Bryston and Conrad Johnson
I finally decided I like the sound and depth of the very powerful Bryston 14BSST. Not looking to start a power debate here but the extra watts seems to add depth and sound stage at low listening levels. I am thinking of putting a CJ 17LS in front of it for my 2 channel listening pleasure. I have not yet decided on a processor. I will be driving a pair of Legacy Focus speakers and feel the tube pre will really make the speakers sound sweet. Comments and opinions??? Thanks and happy listening.