I have many speakers, but currently using Zu Dirty Weekends, which are like 97dB/w with a 12ohm impedance. I've tried 3 different amps on it. My 120wpc Rotel sounded terrible on them, but my Bryson 4B-ST (reCapped) sounds great. And... with really dynamic material, I will blink the clip lights on this 250 wpc amp! Now....into 12 ohms, it's really only about 165 watts, but the Zu's will utilize the full voltage swing of this big amp. The Zu's are clearly an easy load, yet i clearly hear differences with each of my amps. I have a newer Byston that I'm looking forward to trying on them that might sound even better....... or not?
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?
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?