Here is an example of what I am talking about from Zimms link:
7 ch x 280 W at 6 ohms, 1 kHz, 1 ch driven
I read this as the receiver having a maximum of 280w available to the amp stages no matter which way you slice it. so, thats 140w x 2 channels driven or 40w x 7 channels driven. Yet, there is that 7 ch x 280 w again, implying to the unwary, which is most of the buying public, that the receiver is capable of a lot more.
Jay, given your link to the 3808 testing, its value went up quite a bit in my eyes based on it being able to deliver a lot of power to any given channel if required.
Hi Johnk. Yes, I know, all channels are never going to be driven equally, but it is nice to know that with the 3808 you will have a full 150w available at all times. On the flip side, you may end up with considerably less power to your fronts with the integra because of the power supply.
That would not make much difference to me in my current setup, but for people with larger rooms, it is something to be aware of.
