Power Amp Question

Question: how to match a power amp to my system using an integrated amp as a preamp.

System:

Triad Gold LCR In-Room Speakers 4-OHM 100-400 watt

Audio Tecnica AT-OC9XL Dual MC cartridge

NAD C356 integrated amp

Rega Aria MK3 (recently added)

Thank You

bop33302-20-2022 5:59pm

mazian Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 449 posts 02-21-2022 at 03:14am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete +1 soix4. Look for a used pre and power amp. If your speakers are 92db sensitive you won't need 200wpc unless you have a truly large room or are a headbanger.
rodman99999 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 6,207 posts 02-21-2022 at 05:30am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete @bop333 - Have fun and happy listening, George!
sandthemall Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 544 posts 02-21-2022 at 07:12am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Yes, for me, buying a very good preamp was the mightiest game changer. The signal is so small and delicate...screw it up here and it won't matter much how good the amp is. Buying a better amp is usually a modest upgrade. Want to make a big difference? Preamp and phono amp: get the very best you can afford.
randym860 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 131 posts 02-21-2022 at 07:23am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete OK I am confused. How does using separate amp or pre-amp or an integrated change the length of a speaker wire. Or did I miss the joke!
randym860 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 131 posts 02-21-2022 at 07:24am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Amp AND pre-amp...