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For efficient speakers, how much difference does an amp really make?

I have ascend sierra RAAL tower speakers with 90-93db efficiency and 300W continuous power handling. I’m powering them with dual outlaw M2200 monoblock class AB/G amps rated at 200W into 8 ohms. It sounds good...but i can’t help but wondering if a different amp would provide greater clarity and low-end grunt.

I have been curious about an older adcom amp like the GFA-555 II or perhaps a parasound halo amp like the A23. 

To those who have had multiple amps in your setup, did you find significant sonic differences between amps, or is a subtle thing? I don’t want to start collecting amps, but I don’t want to deny myself the chance to improve my system further. Thoughts?
dtrandall
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mapman
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Years ago I worked in a TechHifi where we live demoed and sold most every line of receiver and amp from 15 w/ch to 200 or so.

The bigger model in every line always sounded best. Nobody ever chose fewer watts after listening because it sounded better.

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Amps do sound different. The difference can be subtle or huge. Sometimes subtle differences can be worth the upgrade too.

I would not recommend an older Adcom. I just don’t think they’re a very good amp.

I don’t know your amps or speakers, but I wouldn’t solely focus on more watts as the solution for greater clarity and bass. What is your price range?

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imhififan
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Horses for courses
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three_easy_payments
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@millercarbon   

Sorry, but its been a long day of silly questions- and even worse replies.

This is supposed to be a forum to pose question and exchange ideas about audio.  Why do you prefer to turn it into a platform for you to critique both the questions and responses from forum members? Obviously playing this role gives you some sense of self validation but it really isn't in a positive spirit.  You're like trying to be some martyr who suffers fools all day, and despite the agony you endure listening to the substandard drivel, you still offer nuggets of wisdom to the undeserving masses.  You just give and give don't you?...(gag)
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ozzy62
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Wow, some of you guys are wound up tighter than Dick's hat band. There is nothing wrong with a little comic relief in the form of sarcasm from time to time. If we all stuck to the script, toed the line, behaved "normally", how dull would this place be?

To quote Sgt. Hulka, "Lighten up, Francis"..........

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