Use 4 or 8 Ohm output tab for norminal 6 Ohm speaker?


Should I use the 4 or 8 Ohm output tab from my ARC VS115 for my nominal 6 Ohm Joseph Audio RM-25si Mk2 Signature speaker? Currently, I am using the 8 Ohm tab. Please let me know. Thanks.
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Showing 1 response by mhwalker

I'm with almarg on this one - and kudos to him (her? sorry almarg!) for doing the research.

The fact that the minimum speaker impedance is 6 ohms, combined with the output impedance of the ARC amp of about 1 ohm, brings us up to 7 ohms total (roughly). For a "set it and forget it" approach, I'd go with the 8 ohm tap.

That said, as seikosha pointed out, it really is a personal taste question and it's up to your own ears to decide.

If you can't hear the difference, then take it as a sign that you may be spending too much money on audio gear - as well all are.  ;-)