The totem web site recommends 70+ Watts for the Model 1 (87db). I would have to agree that you are under powered. The NEW is a very good sounding amp. For more power you might look into Pass amps since the NEW is a Nelson Pass design circuit. There is no clear direction here. A sub would help. Bigger, more efficient speakers would help. A bigger amp would help.
To add more confusion I would suggest a tube CD or DAC. Consider a NEW P3 tube pre amp as well, although the SP9 is probably pretty darn good. I think this would help give more "life" to the music.
To add more confusion I would suggest a tube CD or DAC. Consider a NEW P3 tube pre amp as well, although the SP9 is probably pretty darn good. I think this would help give more "life" to the music.