Power amp for PSB Gold i's

You're looking for an amp that doubles or almost doubles output as the load impedance is halved. The number of watts determines how loud you can listen. 200-300 watts into 4 ohms is not a bad figure.

I agree with Gbart that you're looking for an amp that can double down. You're looking in the right power range, although I don't think there is a specific wattage that will work with the Goldi's, it just depends on the individual amp and how beefy it is.

I also agree with the McCormack suggestion, although I still think that in your price range the big Marsh amps will provide the best bang for the buck.

If you can stretch your budget a little, the Wyred4Sound amps sound like they might fit the bill perfectly, as they've been getting a lot of buzz, although I haven't heard one. Or, sell the preamp and get the Wyred4Sound integrated.

Michael

Thanks for the input. I'm going to try the Wyred SPI500. Actually seems like a good value when I consider upgrading my preamp/passive attnuator. Power shouldn't be a problem! Thanks

Well I've got the STI-500. So far so good. Finally I have a system that fills the room. Bass extention is outstanding. If anything I would say the Gold i's are a bit bass heavy. I'm not complaining. The W4S really puts out the juice. I'm still breaking it in. My next purchase will be balanced cables to run between the DacMajic and the W4S. Thanks for the help.

How far from the back wall do you have the Gold i's ? If bass is a bit too much at times, try moving the speakers out from the wall a bit more.