Thank you Mike. You used a good analogy to clearly explain three concepts: the difference between high and low impedance; impedance stability and output; and amplifier matching with the correct impedance. The problem is should you match your speakers to your amplifier or the other way around
Speaker Impedance, Tenor OTLs, and Watt Puppies
Generally, is it better to match Tenor OTLs, or any low wattage tube amp, with 8 ohm speakers, rather than say, 4 ohm speakers? I do not clearly understand the impedance factor concept, but have been told that 8 ohm speakers are easier to drive, and also that speaker ohm stability is important. Are Watt Puppies a poor match for the Tenors? I know they will sound good, but are the Watt Puppies performance being maximized?