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Why do speakers improve with more powerful amps?

So, if I have a solid state amp that more than adequately powers a speaker, why do people recommend a larger more powerful amplifier to improve things?

Why do more powerful amplifiers impact speaker sound quality in a favorable way? Is it because more power is reaching the speakers? Mid and Tweeter drivers I was told receive a reduced signal versus bass drivers which receive relatively more power via crossovers.  All for the purpose of balancing a signal going to the various drivers.

 

 

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larryi
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With high efficiency speakers, one can compare high and low powered amps without unfair prejudice against the low-powered amp.  My preference tends to favor low-powered tube amps.  Tube amps tend to sound more alive and engaging at lower volume levels than solid state.  I don’t like most high-powered tube amps because the sound tends to be a bit harsh.  
 

My speakers are about 99 db/w efficient.  The amp I am currently running puts out about 5.5 wpc.  That is enough for me.

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