2. amps-preamps
  3. 1281140352

Class A watts vs Class A/B watts

Old question seeking some new answers, Yes I read the archives.
At issue;
Accuphase Class A E550 30w watt integrated
OR
McIntosh MA6900 200 watt integrated.
Driving original Revel Gems @ 87db, 6 ohm nominal drops to 2.5 ohms.
Have a pair of subs to fil in the low end.
BTW We start listening at "normal" volumes but it always winds up loud at some point .
Always wanted Accuphase, give me some ear candy here to help me squeeze the trigger.
wpines

Showing 1 response by brianmgrarcom

brianmgrarcom
1,317 posts
 
I tend to agree with Pubu57 in that it may be system dependent and you need to try for yourself.

I recently changed from a Mac MC402/C46 combo to a Luxman L590a II integrated, 30 watts Class A, and very much prefer it to the Mac combo, with my speakers. My speakers are relatively easy to drive, the Luxman drives them effortlessly, it seems much more powerful than the 30 watt rating; also, the bass is better with the Luxman.
More to discover