Pass XA160 for 8ohm, 89db speakers?

Hi there, just wondering if the XA160 can handle speakers that are nominally 8ohm and rated at 89db/1w/1m? I dont listen too loud and listen mainly to classical and jazz. Will the x600.5 be a better fit?

tboooe10-11-2006 1:07am

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jebsmith73 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 167 posts 10-12-2006 at 10:11am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete You will enjoy the XA160's lush sweet sound much more over any of the Pass X power amps. They do run a bit hot and give off a lot of heat!
jebsmith73 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 167 posts 10-14-2006 at 05:20pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Tboooe, I owned X250.5, X350.5 , XA160 mono blocks. You will be very happy with XA160's . They start sounding real smooth and lush after about 2 to 3 hours, longer the better! I just bought a pair of Rushmore speakers, made by Pass Labs. Built in power amps. Jeb
jebsmith73 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 167 posts 10-15-2006 at 12:50am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Pass Lab Rushmore speakers have built in power amps. I found the XA160's to be the best sounding for my Dali MS 5 speakers. The Dali's bass was the most natural sounding with the XA amp, very good control. I too don't listen to my music very loud. What brand are your speakers? Jeb

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