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Current, Amperage


I’m trying to make sense of the argument about various types of speakers [ sensitivity, brand, etc ] and their relationship with power/ current/ amperage.

Can someone please provide some basic perspective.

I have a 91.5db tall floor speaker [ Focal Chorus 826V ] and what should I look for in an amp to drive these? How much power do I really need with all things being equal? I use a VTL tube 2.5 amp if that matters to the discussion.

Thank you.
adman227
adman227 OP
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@lilmsmaggie 
yes, sorry, my ‘pre-amp’ is a VTL 2.5. 
I had an Mcintosh MC252 but sold it a few years ago and my stuff has been in storage. I’m now looking for a new amo as I want to setup my system again. Not sure I want to soend that much again on an amp. 

I also had seem the Focal ‘power suggestion’ of 40-250, but that is a big range. 

Bottom line, will the current/ amperage in a less expensive amp of 100-150 watts be enough to provide the right power?  Rotel, etc? 

Also, what about Class A, A/B, D - does this come into play and is it a big variable depending on your speakers, etc?

Thank you.
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erik_squires
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Most focals require extra current in the 100Hz range due to relatively low 3 ish impedance. Not an amp killing situation, but I do find that they sound a little soft in the bass unless the amp is stiff.

Don't need a high power ratimg, but they will are relatively "discrimimating" when it comes to amplifier current delkvery. An unfortunate trait for otherwise highly praised and affordable line

adman227 OP
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@Erik_Squires 
this is really was the essance of my original question. 
So, how much ‘current’ do I need? And, is this a rating or spec that is provided? 
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