I will agree with Eric's statements that Emotiva preamps / processors / DACs are not that great. They are rather dull sounding and "closed in" sounding with lack of resolution, separation of instruments, and depth. Their amps have always been very excellent, however.
Power supply VA rating and how much is really needed
I have a general question. Two actually.
How much capacity of a power supply is needed to allow for each channel in a multi channel amplifier feeding demanding speakers preferred?
Is 300VA-400VA per channel enough? Will less be detrimental to performance and SQ? Is more always better?
What are ideal specs for a multichannel ( or stereo amplifier ) that will provide a pleasant experience. Not looking for the 'best' of the best... but for a decent amp... what are specs that I should be focused upon?
I realize SQ is important, but specs play a role in narrowing down the list I have put together.
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Second question:
How much output current capacity is need/required/preferred to drive speakers adequately? And how to calculate the output if the spec isn't given. I tried google, sadly I didn't find the formula I was looking for.
Is for example 40A enough? Is 30A?
What factors need I consider in figuring out what spec matters most?
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My speakers consist of B&W CDM 9NTs with matching center channel.
Contenders:
Emotiva XPS 5ch
Monoprice 5-7ch
Rotel RMB1585
Odyssey Stratos 2ch and adding emotiva basX 5-7ch or something like it ... possibly used market parasound, rotel, acurus, etc for surround duties.
Not sure which of these actually have the best specs that translates in to best bang for the buck purchase to provide sweet midrange, tight punchy controlled bass, and nice sweet highs but not to bright.
I know the Rotel is highly recommended based on blending well with my speakers - but when do specs trump sound? Or does it?
I am removing power cords, fuses etc from the equation for a moment.
How much capacity of a power supply is needed to allow for each channel in a multi channel amplifier feeding demanding speakers preferred?
Is 300VA-400VA per channel enough? Will less be detrimental to performance and SQ? Is more always better?
What are ideal specs for a multichannel ( or stereo amplifier ) that will provide a pleasant experience. Not looking for the 'best' of the best... but for a decent amp... what are specs that I should be focused upon?
I realize SQ is important, but specs play a role in narrowing down the list I have put together.
--
Second question:
How much output current capacity is need/required/preferred to drive speakers adequately? And how to calculate the output if the spec isn't given. I tried google, sadly I didn't find the formula I was looking for.
Is for example 40A enough? Is 30A?
What factors need I consider in figuring out what spec matters most?
--
My speakers consist of B&W CDM 9NTs with matching center channel.
Contenders:
Emotiva XPS 5ch
Monoprice 5-7ch
Rotel RMB1585
Odyssey Stratos 2ch and adding emotiva basX 5-7ch or something like it ... possibly used market parasound, rotel, acurus, etc for surround duties.
Not sure which of these actually have the best specs that translates in to best bang for the buck purchase to provide sweet midrange, tight punchy controlled bass, and nice sweet highs but not to bright.
I know the Rotel is highly recommended based on blending well with my speakers - but when do specs trump sound? Or does it?
I am removing power cords, fuses etc from the equation for a moment.
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