For efficient speakers, how much difference does an amp really make?


I have ascend sierra RAAL tower speakers with 90-93db efficiency and 300W continuous power handling. I’m powering them with dual outlaw M2200 monoblock class AB/G amps rated at 200W into 8 ohms. It sounds good...but i can’t help but wondering if a different amp would provide greater clarity and low-end grunt.

I have been curious about an older adcom amp like the GFA-555 II or perhaps a parasound halo amp like the A23. 

To those who have had multiple amps in your setup, did you find significant sonic differences between amps, or is a subtle thing? I don’t want to start collecting amps, but I don’t want to deny myself the chance to improve my system further. Thoughts?
dtrandall

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I have a 30 year old pair of Klipsch Forte speakers.  They are 98 db sensitive so never thought I needed more than a couple of watts.  Then I bought an old Altec Lansing Pro amp and modded and refurbished it.  200 watts per channel.  Wow what a difference watts make.  Now I don't just hear it, I can feel it.