Power Amp Question


Question: how to match a power amp to my system using an integrated amp as a preamp.

System:

Triad Gold LCR In-Room Speakers 4-OHM 100-400 watt

Audio Tecnica AT-OC9XL Dual MC cartridge

NAD C356 integrated amp

Rega Aria MK3 (recently added)

 

Thank You

G

 

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 Speakers 100 - 450W - 4 ohm and the C356 80 watts is too little. I am not sure.

200?

@rodman99999  I understand much better now, thanks.  If I go with the C356 and a power amp or a preamp upgrade and power amp, how do I match my speakers?

 

Right now I need more power IMO. 

G

@ghdprentice @rodman99999 @fiesta75 

I greatly appreciate all the valuable insights and suggestions.

I will think about adding a 200 watt power amp.

The phono preamp is a few days into the system.

There is a lot to think about.

🎵

George 
 


 

 

@fatdaddy2 @randym860 @pennpencil @pennpencil 

Thanks for your input. I feel much more informed as I go forward. Looking forward to being an active part of the forum.

G

@sgreg1 Thank you for the information.

I have a question which will help me understand.

My reasoning for more  power is to not have to turn up the volume to 11/12 to get a full soundstage. 
 

I will look into your suggestions.

G

 

 

 

@islandmandan 

My long term goal is a tube amp and a preamp.In the meantime I am learning more about my current setup. 
 

(BTW myaudio/video system will be posted soon. The Triads were part of that system)

G