I will agree that the extra power isn't "needed" as the 80s are very efficient speakers. But that said, I started with a Denon 3805 receiver, then Outlaw 200 watt monoblocks, and now a 250 watt 3-channel amp. The 80s sounded great with both changes.
My room is about the same size as your room and my listening levels are moderate for the most part. I'm 52 and sometimes I like to hear my music two rooms away. My amp runs cool and my music and HT are the best they have ever been.
I missed the other posts so I was just asking.
