Driving Totem Acoustic Winds with Peachtree Grand Inegrated X-1(Class D) Amp ?

Wrote to Totem but haven't heard back yet. Called David Serota (at his correct phone number 215-725-4080); he is a very knowledgeable guy, willing to give advice, but his line of products are quite a step above my budget and he's not a big fan of mid-fi integrateds like my P'tree Grand.  It's not that the Winds won't be compatible but rather that the amp may not be good enough to get the most out of the speakers. He also thinks that the Wind Designs, at a much higher price point, are much better speakers but would need a much higher price point amp to complement them.  All in all, according to Serota, its about how much you're willing to spend to get a truly measurable upgrade.

Hey lars,

As I stated earlier, it took Totem several days to return my email. You can call them as well. They do enjoy speaking with customers and will answer any questions regarding their products.

I apologize for the typo on the phone number but I’m glad you got to speak with David. I agree with you, he is very knowledgeable and isn’t going to lure anyone into a sale that isn’t mutually beneficial for both parties. Better not force a sale and have an unhappy customer,IMO. David gives you his honest opinion upfront. If he doesn’t feel the gear is compatible, he will tell you. I see no fault in that.

Let me know what Totem has to say. I am sincerely interested in their response.

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lars, 

A thread that may interest you. Some insight regarding the Totem house sound. A former Totem Wind owner, dave_b is in copy. 

https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/totem-acoustic-forest-signatures

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So, info@totem has replied. They say that there should be no issues with my amplification for the Winds; and that it would be best to have them placed at least 18" from the back wall.   Dave Serota says upgrade the quality of my amplification and get better speakers (lol).

The Winds really gobble power and need great Class A amplification to sound there best!  They will play and sound good with other stuff, but the limitations elsewhere will be be heard.