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Hi guys, I'm looking for some stereo floor-standing speakers that pairs well with a 40 watt per channel (into 8Ω) otl amp. My plan is for them to be mixed use between music and movies. My budget is around 1000-1500 dollars; I don't mind if the speakers are new or used. I'll be sitting around 10 feet away from the speakers. I'm using an avr as a preamp so I may decide to add a powered subwoofer as well. What do you guys recommend? 
 
proto55
yogiboy's avatar
yogiboy
5,701 posts
 
These should fit the bill!
https://www.crutchfield.com/p_109SA180/JBL-Stage-A180.html?tp=185
Or these!
https://www.crutchfield.com/p_109SA190AM/JBL-Stage-A190.html
proto55 OP
4 posts
 
Both the Sonus Fabor and JBL seem like low sensitivity speakers. Do you think the 40 watts can handle them?
donvito
400 posts
 
40 watts is fine for the 90db JBLs. If you want higher sensitivity you should take a look at a Klipsch!
Klipsch Floor-standing Speakers at Crutchfield
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millercarbon
12,531 posts
 
You are right to question proto55, 40 watts and 90dB is nuts. What you want is more like 96-98, then you will be fine. Tekton Lore Reference is 96dB, 8ohms, and on sale now $825. https://tektondesign.com/product/full-range-speakers/mid-towers/lore-reference/#color  The Perfect SET would probably be perfect with your amp but a little over your budget. https://tektondesign.com/product/full-range-speakers/full-towers/the-perfect-set/#color  

Between these two I would study the reviews, maybe even call Eric, but pretty sure one or the other of these is the way to go.
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twoleftears
5,318 posts
 
40 watts with 90dB is just fine.

Geez.  For a while I was driving 86dB with a 60W integrated, just fine (though evidently not optimal).

Oh, and my advice, avoid speaker brands beginning with T.
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