Define power hungry...B&W speakers


I need to know what is important in amplification to power my B&W CDM 1NT's. Rated from 50-125 I believe. How much minimum power is necessary, damping factor, etc. What specs are important to me?
Thank you!
tntate

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Any answers... Amplifier specs don't really matter then? If specs are so subjective why do manufacturer's post damping factor, slew rates, etc. Where do I go to get a foundation of data, that counts, to begin a short list of amplifiers that meet a minimum criteria.

Question then: I've read a 50w Naim has no problem with B&W speakers. I've also read that I should focus on 100+watts to get the detail out of my
"Power Hungry" speakers. What details in the Naim specs should I look at to see how they do it?

Frustratingly fun! Thanks for your response.
Room 10 X 13, carpet with lots of furniture and high ceilings. Music all type's, acoustic, classical, vocals, etc. No high volume levels.

In the archives I cannot seem to find the answers I'm seeking.

There has to be a place to start that is written, not subjective...

I hear the phrase "high current", how is that defined?

Thanks everyone!
The Musical Fidelity and Classe' brands keep coming up in my research, also Creek and Naim. I have not even considered special cables, power cords etc. I think I prefer a integrated amp to keep costs down. But again, trying to figure out specs to create a short list.

Thanks again!
Thanks ZD542. I appreciate you taking the time to explain, it does make sense. My hope was to have a firm base of specs as I will probably buy used from this site. Without the ability to demo the gear its hard to make the best decision. I do know in the end that this all comes down to my room, my gear, and my own ears.

Thank you!

Any other thoughts out there?
So, assuming my speakers line up with the 700 series, how many watts minimum and what current specs would you recommend? Where do I find those current specs on an amplifier or receiver?
Thanks again!
Thanks for the response. I am considering an Anthem integrated 2 hybrid. Good to know it can power my speakers.