In my case I have a Marantz 6012 and a Monoprice external amplifier for a 7.1.4 configuration. The receiver handles 9 channels of amplification and the external amp provides power for the remaining 2. While I listen to music at high volume levels, and watch movies at a level that Mrs and kiddo complain, I'm unable to go beyond 40% of the volume control knob on the receiver, so I have more than enough amplification bandwidth. Plus the M80s are 4ohm speakers.
Your needs will likely vary, but the above is just a data point.
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I remember someone in the last few years mentioning that it is moot how loud a system can get to, it is how loud one wants to hear music and watch movies, so that one's hearing is preserved SMILE. I don't remember who said this, but it was in this forum for sure SMILE.
Last edited by edvacdude; 03/16/21 03:55 PM.
