How much power is enough to drive a 107dB sensitivity Avantgarde ? Is 5 Watts from A 300B SET enough? Consider that the Subwoofer of the Avantgarde has its own high power amplifier (each woofer 500 Watts)so the work in the bass department is largely taken up by the subwoofer amp. I have seen McIntosh MC501 power amps connected to 107dB sensitivity Avantgardes and seldom did hit the 5 Watt mark on the meters when cranking the volume up to hurting levels. 0.5 Watts was what the meters show at normal listening levels.
5 watts is plenty of power to drive a 107dB sensitivity Avantgarde providing the room isn't huge. If the room is huge, you might not get the volume you desire. What's the size of your room?
I have 6 watts on mine and am never wanting more..... I had a very reputable reviewer tell me I needed more with AVG.... don't know what planet that guy is on. The Art Audio PX25 amp I have is pretty darn sweet, IMHO.
The room is 400 sq.ft. The volume can be cranked up to where the bass moves objects on the shelves and the. I did that with a pair of Klimos 300B SET monos. But I also did read somewhere on this forum that 5 watts is not enough. That's why I am asking.
CMO , Chris Sweet System !! The Art Audio and the Avantgarde's must be a nice match. I have heard people say that 8 watts of that amp can drive you out of the room. Plenty of power.
Eljaro, Give what you have a try and if you think you need more go to a dealer and barrow a more powerful amp and give it a try. I think you will be fine though.
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