How many watts are you pushing your Merlins with?

I'm thinking of going from 60 watt mono's(ASL) to a 16 watt stereo(Art Audio). I don't play loud music and the space will be 16 x 11 x 10. Will this be a mistake?

tabl10s11-04-2005 7:13pm

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mattybumpkin Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 590 posts 11-05-2005 at 04:16am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Why not ask Bobby? He is very approachable and will tell you as it is. Regards,
tabl10s OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,084 posts 11-05-2005 at 05:01pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I just wanted a general consensus.
tmiddle Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 96 posts 11-06-2005 at 12:38pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I auditioned a pair of 8W Welborne Laurels with my TSM-MX's. My room is similar to the size of yours although I have a considerable amount or wall/corner acoustic treatments. I never pulled out the SPL meter but can say that there was sufficient volume/dynamics for late night listening and just barely enough for normal listening levels. I would at least try these 16W amps if your normal listening levels are moderate. good luck tm
whoopadeedoo Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 50 posts 11-07-2005 at 06:05pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The Art Audio Carissa is a great amp and its power rating is very conservative. It will drive the VSM very well and will suffice for the TSM if you don't listen to extremely dynamic or head-banging music. Bobby, last time I checked, doesn't prefer Art Audio with his gear. I, on the other hand, love Art Audio with my Merlins. Bobby has a strong personal taste towards lush and warm electronics (e.g AA Capitole, Joule) and accessories (e.g Cardas) to mate with his speakers.

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