I used to have one of these with inefficient KEF LS50s, it will drive those speakers no problem. NAD under specs their amps, powerwise they punch way above their weight, and the sonics are decent.
Need help choosing my first amp for my first speakers
Hi, I am completely new to this world of hi-fi audio and I would like some help from the collective intelligence. Please bear with me even if I sound like someone who has no idea because I am.
I have just purchased my first set of speakers. I bought a used Boenicke W5 SE+. And I am looking for an amp to go with it. The speakers were a good deal but still not cheap and Im already mostly hitting my budget limit.
I don't have any gear right now (I really mean 0), so my initial thought was to buy a Wiim amp to start off and then start changing to a more serious amp later on. (I like that it has everything including a streamer for me to get going right away)
So my questions are
1. will the Wiim amp be able to power Boenicke W5 SE+?
2. What do you think of the plan to start with all integrated cheap amp and then changing later?
2. Any other amp suggestions for the speakers in a similar price range?($500 ish)
3. Can I just get Audio cables from Amazon?
4. How do you calculate wattage for the speakers from the speaker specs below?
5. Any other tips for a complete beginner would be appreciated.
Specs for Wiim Amp
https://wiimhome.com/wiimamp/specs
Specs for Boenicke W5 SE+
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Sensitivity: 83-86 dB / watt / m depending on frequency
Nom. impedance: 4 ohms
Weight: 3.5 kg / piece (speaker only)
Thanks for all the help!