Need help with wiring second pair of speakers


I am considering hooking up a second pair of speakers to my 2 channel system. My integrated amp has only one set of left and right speaker terminals. I have heard that improper wiring can cause serious impedence issues.  My amp puts out a good amount of power. My primary pair of speakers are rated at 6 ohms (nominal) and the second pair are rated at 4 ohms (nominal). 

My questions are:
Firstly, will the two different impedences be compatible?
Secondly,  do I wire them parallel with cables from the amp feeding both sets of speakers; or in series by hooking up the second pair from the first pair?  I know one of these is wrong, but not which one.







larstusor

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Thanks for the clarity. The second speakers would be in the same room. The idea is to balance the voice of the first set, which are what some call "bright" or "analytical", with the second set that are "laid back" or "mellow". I'm thinking that a blend of the two might cover all bases and smooth out the bright speakers without loosing the crispness and sparkle.
Y'all have convinced me that I had an ill conceived idea. Thank you for saving me the time and trouble of trial and error.