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Hello, I need some help matching speakers with two Sansui receivers: the 881 and the g 9000. Would the Focal Aria 936, flr standing speakers be too much stress on those receivers? I was informed that 8ohm would be best. However,  since i'm  not familiar with the technical aspects of speakers , sensitivity and ohms< I  need  assistance. The Aria specs  state they have a nominal impedance of 8ohm but a minimum low of 2.8ohm. That min. low impedance is confusing. In short, are these speakers a good match?I dont play music loudly at all and not for long periods. My room size is approx. 15 x14 x8. Both Sansui models were fully serviced ( recapped, aligned, cleaned). Thanks for any help and information.
trent77
hshifi
572 posts
 
Hello,
It sounds like it will push the Focal’s just fine. Typically older stuff had two sets of speaker posts. Even if the Focal’s dip down to 4 ohms you will be fine. I would not bi-amp off the Sansui. Stick with one set of speaker posts and use jumpers on the speakers if you need them. Due to the deal your getting its worth it. Later you can upgrade the amp to get better headroom and sound stage. You might be able to add an amp to the Sansui and then add a better preamp like a Rogue tube preamp with a SS amp. Go for it. Speakers make a huge difference in your system. 
fiesta75
1,378 posts
 
Sansui made some great stuff! +1 for the G-9000 because of the extra power. Won't have a problem driving 4 ohms.
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dinov
845 posts
 
JBL L 100s, what else😀
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knotscott
976 posts
 
The Focals are a top shelf line.  Fantastic potential.  I'm sure either Sansui will drive the impedance load just fine, but am less certain that either will get the utmost from their resolution potential.  The Focals are next level good and worthy of some serious front end gear at some point.  Regardless, this is a nice starting point, so by all means hook them up and enjoy.  
trent77 OP
13 posts
 
I agree, all the information and tech knowledge is hard to digest all at once. I was also thinking about the many factors involved in listening to speakers in a showroom stetting as opposed to one's own home. Although you can get an idea of a speaker's sound, it can also be greatly misleading. There are many factors involved, design of the room the speakers are demonstrated, the receiver involved, potential music a salesperson presents (if you dont bring your own) that benefits a speakers strong points and hides it design weaknesses, etc... I have a feeling many people find that the sound they heard in the store becomes significantly different once the speakers are played at home.
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