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change amps or speakers

I am powering Eminent technology LFT8bs with quicksilver M60 monoblocks.  No preamp - I am running a dac directly to the amps, which works because with this configuration I am using very little attenuation.  Problem is it is obvious that the ETs require more current and/or wattage- the detail is there but not the punch and there are times when I am maxed out on volume at 12 0'clock and need more. Question is do I change the amps or speakers - I love the quicksilvers and put some serious $ into modifications.  A well respected friend/tech highly suggested I seek out a used pair of PSB stratus golds. I have a medium sized family room and like detail neutrality but need more rhythm and dynamics. Thanks you.
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fuzztone
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kenjit is right for a refreshing moment.
I’m surprised if you get 90 dB in room with those 83 dB sensitive transducers.
Try some Ice power OR get some >90 speakers with the QS.
What we have here is
"A Failure To Communicate"
Even this sez you need => 92 dB with the 60's:
http://www.kaplanhtdesign.com/QuicksilverAudio_Sixty_Watt_mono.html
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fuzztone
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These would probably kick those ET's.
https://orchardaudio.com/bosc
I agree you should demo a preamp first.
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