Low Amplifier Loads / frequency range


I was under the impression that the lowest speaker
impedances usually occur in the lowest bass, the lowest
frequency region.

But is this true ? Can the amplifier also see low loads
at other higher frequencies too ?

I am building a multi-way (active electronic crossovers
with multiple power amps) speaker system. At first I
thought I needed a high-current-capable amp only for
the bass frequencies, but now I am unsure if only one
high current amp is enough.
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Showing 1 response by atmasphere

It depends on the speaker design. see:

http://www.atma-sphere.com/Resources/Paradigms_in_Amplifier_Design.php

If you are designing for tubes, keep the load easy (or 16 ohms) and you will do very well with no need to biamplify.

Its a huge myth that you need large transistor amps to 'control' the woofers! The truth is that if you design the woofer array for the job, even dual 18" woofers can be handled by a small tube amp quite easily.