An amps specs has nothing to do with its sound quality although some mfgrs would like you to believe that. The fact of the matter is that in order for a mfgr to easily achieve those excellent specs, massive doses of negative feedback are applied. The result is an amp with impressive specs but poor or mediocre sound quality. Amps are not all equal and I agree with the above response, the most ideal method of selecting a power amp is to consider your budget & to demo it on your particular speakers. (This is why Audiogon exists). For example your not going to put Krell amp on horn loaded speakers, too bright! Also another important factor in selecting a power amp is to take in consideration the type of music you generally listen to. I think the best part of this hobby is trying different products.
Does it matter what power amp i get?
Hi I am new to home recording. I have a pair of Alesis M1 Passive speakers and need to get an amplifier for them. I am wondering if (aside from the wattage) the type of the amplifier matters at all? I was looking at an alesis ra 150, its 200 dollars, but a friend told me any old amplifier will work, even a 100Watt one from radioshack (which I couldn't find anyway). But are there any recommendations?