stereo amp vs monoblocks, any advantages?

Correction.

Should have read "poorly designed/poorly built".

First post was poorly proof read with poor reading skills in poor lighting.

You need monoblocks if the power requirements exceed 1,000 watts per channel, otherwise they are just a luxury.

You can test for crosstalk in a stereo amp by unplugging the left input cable, and listening to the left speaker. It's usually pretty quiet.

Thanks Daviakine. Question - what do you mean by crosstalk?

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I'll have to go with cool also. Monobloc...man, that just sounds cool. Even cooler when you spell it without the "k".
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"I cannot think of a manufacturer who builds the exact same amp as stereo, dual-mono in a single chassis, and monoblocks."

Not listed on the Odyssey website, but I have a Stratos "Dual Mono" that is supposed to be a "two amps in one box" design; it does require two power cords. I have no idea how it compares to the Monoblocks; it would be fun to do a shootout. Any Stratos Monoblock Owners in St. Louis? John