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Focal Sopra 1 and Audio Note Kits Interstage PSE monoblocks

Can anyone advise me, from an electrical standpoint, whether the Focal Sopra 1 would be a poor choice/match for my 20 Wpc Audio Note Kits Parallel Single ended Interstage 300B monoblocks?
I know they are rated at a nominal 8 ohms but do drop lower. Sensitivity is 89db. I'm not sure of phase angle data or impedance stability. I have an opportunity to purchase a new pair at a substantial discount. My other thought is a pair of Omega XRS High Output loudspeakers. I've heard their full range drivers with whizzer cones are loved by some and unnatural to others.
Thank you for all opinions!

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contuzzi asks a good question, especially how loud do you listen. I own an ANK 8 watt 300b and have been very surprised that it is able to drive 86db sensitivity Celestion monitors...but that is at moderate volumes . The transformers are good, and they can drive speakers that aren't very sensitive. Of course there are limits, and I have no idea of how low the impedance drops in the Sopra.
Those are great amps though...especially if you're getting them at a bargain price. 
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