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First Watt J2 & speaker pairing ?

I'm trying to decide if the J2 is worth the effort ?  All reviews are favorable , some even glorify the sonic nature of this 25 watt amp.  I'd like to see what the deal is with a class A amp - it seems like it's all I could ask for in an amp * Except and this is a big exception -the need for highly efficient speakers to appreciate the amp.

  Don't mind shopping for another pair of speakers  but  realistic choices seem so limited.  Zu audio seems to be a big favorite pairing .

 I'm running a Rogue audio cronus mag lll with Dahlquist DQ 10 speakers ( older speakers ) also have  Spendor s5e's    Don't think either will ideal match with J2

 Really enjoy the open ,wide range of the DQ10's 

Any suggestions are most welcome 

thanks in advance 

 

 

mfm22
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ditusa
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@mfm22 Wrote:

  Don't mind shopping for another pair of speakers  but  realistic choices seem so limited.  Zu audio seems to be a big favorite pairing .

Look for a nice used pair of JBL 4425's, their efficiency is 0.8%. 😎

Mike

https://www.lansingheritage.org/html/jbl/specs/pro-speakers/1985-4425.htm

pmm
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I have two Fist Watt amps in two different systems...however sensitivity ranges from 84db to 93db

Not a fan of low wattage amps

Did I say, I am insecure?

bigkidz
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The FW amps are basic and decent for the money.  We have cloned them with better parts and achieved much better results.  If you need to hear a Class A amp, PM me and I will send you one for you to hear.

Happy Listening.  

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petaluman
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The First Wat amps are intended to be simple expressions of their output devices.  If you get a chance to try one with your current speakers, you may find the power adequate for your needs.  If not, there are more powerful class A amps to be had, including other Pass designs. 

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