Basing your argument on "ratings" is like saying how fast a new car can go based on the highest number on it's speedometer.
I don't know what you think I'm arguing. Several years ago, I had considerable hesitation buying M80s when I could not find an affordable receiver which was rated to drive 4 ohm speakers. Maybe others had that problem, too? I said above, "Perhaps with these new Pioneer receivers that are [rated for 4 ohm operation], the M80s will become more popular." So, is this what you are contesting? You think that the audio press's mentions that the Pioneer's new D-class amps can drive 4 ohm speakers will not increase the popularity of 4 ohm speakers?
