I wonder what practical difference there is between a receiver like the HK 3480 which is rated at 120 per channel rms and 150 watts per channel at 4 ohms, verses a receiver like the NAD C720BEE, which is rated at 50 watts per channel at 8 ohms, but 120 watts (dynamic power) at 4 ohms, and 90 watts (short term power) at 4 ohms.
I notice the more expensive electronics like to underate their power output so that they seem so much more potent in terms of headroom and current capability. But couldnt we just call the Harmon Kardon a 50 watt receiver with a full 150 watt rms capability into 4 ohms?
I used to own a HK receiver years ago, and I can vouch for it's quality. NAD also has a good reputation, but I have never owned one.
I am interested in anyone's comments on these products, and particularly, is the NAD worth two or three times as much as the HK?
Thanks
dmw
