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Need suggestions on efficient book shelf speakers for a Pass Labs XA3.5

*sorry amp is XA30.5 -will not let me edit headline.
My current speakers are KEF 201/2 which have a low sensitivity of 85. Amp is only 30 watts class A. Sounds good but the volume is limited. Hoping more efficient speakers will provide greater volume? Looking for suggestions in the $2k -4k used or $3k- 8k new.

puffbojie
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mattmiller
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There are many out there, but if I have to recommend I'm going to say: TOTEM model ONE, Dynaudio Special 40's, JBL Century 100's (current version).

 

 

Matt M

puffbojie OP
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Thanks for those suggestions.  

What kind of sensitivity should I be targeting for this amp? What is the minimum? It’s class A - but only 30 watts.  

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dweller
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Used B&W 805D3.

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twoleftears
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Fritz Carrera Be or one of his other models.

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onhwy61
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Your amp puts out close to 130 watts when driven out of class A.  That's sufficient for nearly all bookshelf type loudspeaker at reasonable levels.

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