bullet proof amp

Buy a pro audio amp. They're designed to take abuse in commercial sound systems and operate in less than ideal condtions of use.

However, I agree wtih Shadome that damage to the speakers is a bigger condern than what amplifer is used.

If you don't trust the operation of the system, then get a pro audio amp with built in DSP. This would allow you to set the amplifier limiters below the point of clipping or below the point at which the speakers would be damaged, which ever is less.

Something like a Crown XTI-1000 probably would be more than adequate power-wise. It is rated for 8, 4 or 2 ohms operation and has the built-in DSP functions.

McIntosh MC 2300 will drive a .5 ohm load (almost a direct short!) all day long. Doesn't even sweat. You should these strapped in mono... The Dead used these amps for there sound system for years.

Sure, but gone are the days when touring amps weigh >100lbs each for a mere 300 or 600 watts.

Heck, I've got amps that will put out 3,600 watts (if you can supply enough input juice) and weigh only 30lbs, and they're bloated pigs by today's TOTL touring amp standards.

Check out PowerSoft K20 or some of the Lab.gruppen stuff if you want to see real power in a small package.

Aragon 8008 - I heard someone say once that you could hook it up to your curtains and get sound.....

Why would anyone put amps like those (Aragon, Mac, Bryston, Forte, et al) in a "shop system" where it's going to be abused by the environment? Not to mention who might be operating it.