Cambridge Audio 540R / B&W 704


Does anyone know much about the Cambridge Audio 540R receiver? Specifically, I'm trying to learn its high current capability. I recently bought a pair of B&W 704, which are not efficient at all. They are great with my two channel amp, but when I plug them into my HK 110 for home theater, they are underpowered. The HK is only 40 watts per channel at 25 amps. The CA is 85 watts per channel but I can't find info anywhere on the current. Anyone know?

Thanks,
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Rfprice,

There has been a lot posted on how to use your 2 channel setup as the front speaker driver. This may be an option for you.

Connect the front L/R pre out of the HK to the aux input on your Rotel Pre. Set the 1070 pre at say 12:00 adjust the output of the HK AVR fronts to match your center and rears per your liking. Once your fronts are set you should be able to control the volume of the whole system with your AVR. Once the level is set remember to always set the 1070 pre to 12:00 for HT.

Not only will this save having to change cables all the time but it will unload the AVR somewhat.

Michael