Can someone please suggest a good power amplifier for these speakers? I currently drive them with Denon AVR 2100 and I don't think they are enoug.
910376
The AVR-2100W is rated at 95W/channel x7 right? Enough for these speakers. Don't be carried away too much by the hype on power requirements for these speakers. I drive them with my 60W and 40W/ channel tube Amps and can't even get the volume past 1:00 position because it gets quite loud. Your amp should work fine. Also depends how loud you play. My rule of thumb- if you are cranking the volume past 2 to 3 o'clock position to enjoy your music then you need a more powerful amp whether it's a tube or solid state.
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I currently use a Denon AVR 4311CI. It manages 140 W at 8 Ohms or 170 at 6 Ohms on 9 or 11 channels. The sound results precise and musical, the volume level can rise very high without loss of clarity and precision.
910378
I use the Audio by van Alstine 200R (FET amplifier) and it works great....I use a subwoofer by Rythmik to accentuate the low end....
907651
I'd stick with the same. Some amplifiers can operate "unsafely" I.e. overheating or crappy sound, if they can't produce the right impedance per whatever ohm each speaker has. I'd start from ground up if you're wanting bigger better sound
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Actually I am using these speakers with a vintage 30 year old Pioneer receiver which exceeds the sound quality (based on my experience) of any modern receiver such as Dennon, Onkyo or Sony. Wattage is deceiving and is based on there tests which may not be accurate. Go to a stereo store and listen to several units. Manyvif the bells and whistles on expensive units are never used. You may be surprised that a $150.00 35 Watt Onkyo may sound and perform better than a $300.00 100 Watt Dennon or other brand.
2258314
These speakers need power. I have 120W per channel and they could take more. Dont skimp on power.
261547
I have a pioneer vsx-1121K and have the A9's Bi-Amped, hitting these with 220W per channel. Even hitting these speakers with this amount of power they still aren't working hard. I'm looking into getting either a different receiver or a seperate amp to make these guys really shine...
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Just my 02 since I have them. Mine are hooked up to a low power amp. 45wpc if I remember right. That sound good but do not produce a lot of bass. I'm thinking without an amp they would produce even less bass. Hopefully someone has tried them without an amp. The good point on these is I'm hearing far more detail in the music than I ever heard from 2 way and 3 way all in one speakers. I would recommend them even without an amp for that reason. I have the tweeters mounted on the plastic cover behind the side mirrors. It's easier when you keep the wiring within the doors.
803630
First off you should try to find an amp that has a lot of power I think these speakers are rated for about 700 W RMS per speaker and you should try to find a legitimate company to buy the power amp from Peavey being one. I suggestion stay away from companies like Pyle their power ratings are not legit
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I currently am using them as computer speakers. My setup is as follows:Dayton Audio B652 speakers (the ones we are talking about)LP-2020A+ Lepai Tripath Class-T Hi-Fi Audio Mini Amplifier with Power Supply (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0049P6OTI/ref=oh_details_o08_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&ps;c=1)Speaker Wire (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0029HO66G/ref=oh_details_o08_s00_i02?ie=UTF8&ps;c=1)3.5mm Audio cable (http://www.amazon.com/Mediabridge-3-5mm-Stereo-Audio-Cable/dp/B004LTEUDO/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie;=UTF8&qid;=1361380382&s;r=1-2&keywords;=male+to+male+audio)If you get all of those things, you will be able to hook the speakers up to your computer. It was really easy, they sound great, and will be way cheaper than a comparable set of computer speakers. I currently am using them as computer speakers. My setup is as follows:Dayton Audio B652 speakers (the ones we are talking about)LP-2020A+ Lepai Tripath Class-T Hi-Fi Audio Mini Amplifier with Power Supply (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0049P6OTI/ref=oh_details_o08_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&ps;c=1)Speaker Wire (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0029HO66G/ref=oh_details_o08_s00_i02?ie=UTF8&ps;c=1)3.5mm Audio cable... » Read More I currently am using them as computer speakers. My setup is as follows:Dayton Audio B652 speakers (the ones we are talking about)LP-2020A+ Lepai Tripath Class-T Hi-Fi Audio Mini Amplifier with Power Supply (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0049P6OTI/ref=oh_details_o08_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&ps;c=1)Speaker Wire (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0029HO66G/ref=oh_details_o08_s00_i02?ie=UTF8&ps;c=1)3.5mm Audio cable (http://www.amazon.com/Mediabridge-3-5mm-Stereo-Audio-Cable/dp/B004LTEUDO/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie;=UTF8&qid;=1361380382&s;r=1-2&keywords;=male+to+male+audio)If you get all of those things, you will be able to hook the speakers up to your computer. It was really easy, they sound great, and will be way cheaper than a comparable set of computer speakers. « Show Less
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I think that would be pushing it. They sound great, but that's in a relatively closed environment. Take a look at a speaker brand called energy take. They are Inexpensive, and an incredible bargain. You would need an amp, but you could try finding a cheap used one. Have fun!
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they are pretty powerful speakers, so i wouldn't run them with less than 1000 per channel. I use a pyle pqa3100, it is pretty cheap but works great with these speakers.
1920039
Yea dude, they're a pretty good set of speakers, I've read that they sound tons better if you hook them up to an amp though. But even hooked up to just my stock hu they sound damn good. They're worth every penny man.
3690
I have mine connected to a Denon X-2000 and have no issues with bass. May be the source. Did you use Audyssey? I have a sub connected as well but the speakers alone have a very nice range (highs and lows). Breakin time always helps but you should hear the bass from dual 8's. Sorry I can't help further.
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Justin -Nice, very powerful speakers to began with (700 Watts). For PA, something like an XR 8300 wound be a good choice (2 x 300 Watts).That would give you 300W to the mains and 300W to the monitors.If you want to elaborate, please give me a call.Thanks,Hugh800-806-7774318-614-0422 Cell
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I have 4 of these powered by a Pioneer super tuner 3, plenty of power, No Amp needed.Trust me, These are the Best speakers out there! They sound Awesome!
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I am running them with 50 watts per channel from a kenwood double din deck and they do very well. Using a 4x100watt amp would give you more punch but any good amp with more than that is overkill for these speakers.
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Hello there this is a pasive speakers. Not power supply need it. The more important think is rhe maximun power level of your amplifier. I use for surround and the performance is great. Regards from Spain.
1698659
need an amp of some sort. Be careful - not "these!" Unless things have changed this is not for a pair. When I purchased it was for one speaker only. I just read the other guys response and I have no idea what he is talking about. These are ABSOLUTELY not self amplified.