Which setting for 6ohm speakers?


Hey All!
I've got 6ohm speakers. Which should I use on my amp for the best performance...the 4ohm taps, or the 8ohm?
Also please educate me a bit and Tell me why?
Thanks and Happy Listening!
myraj

Showing 1 response by jedinite24

Hi Myraj

What speakers do you have currently and also what tube amp?

I have KEF Q300 speakers that are 6 ohm nominal and I use the 4 ohm tap of my Jolida 502P. From what I've been told many speakers that report 6 ohm impedance will dip down to 4 or go above 6 Ohms. It's usually not a flat curve. You might want to check with the speaker manufacturer to confirm. You could use the 8 Ohm tap even. I think though your amp may run hotter. You should probably also talk to the maker of your amp to confirm as well. Good luck.