First Watt SIT-3 proper speaker matches


I have a SIT-3. I understand that it mates best with 4 ohm loads. I’m trying to find out if the amplifier is compatible with some 8 ohm loads. I am considering the Focal Kanta speakers that are 8 ohms and dip down to 4. The Focal Sopra 1 have been reviewed well with a 12w Valvet singled end solid state. I know there are other factors aside from impedance and efficiency but I’m not clear on the topic.
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Showing 1 response by dseltz

my answer is probably backwards, but I currently have an F7 driving a pair of Rethm Maarga and it is doing a wonderful job.  The retime are a wonderful sounding horn with built in powered bass.  I am awaiting my SIT-3 which I suspect will also drive my Rethm beautifully.  And I am planning on trading out the Maarga for Saadhana at the end of the year.  They are 100 dB efficiency so fairly easy to drive.  I would seriously consider auditioning a pair of Rethm before you make any final decision. not a dealer, just a big fan.