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A general rule for choosing an amplifier is to select an amp that provides 1.5-2 times the continuous power rating of your speaker. This will ensure the speaker has enough power while leaving yourself 3 dB of headroom.
- How many watts is a good amplifier?
- Is A 40 watt amp Loud Enough?
- Can my amp be too powerful?
- What size amp do I need for 2 100 watt speakers?
How many watts is a good amplifier?
If you're looking for an amp to perform live with, you should consider a larger amp (12-15”) that is 50 watts. If you're planning to play in large venues, you can go for a higher power amp that's at least 100 watts.
Is A 40 watt amp Loud Enough?
As long as you have an amp you enjoy, typically anything above about 30 watts will be more than enough for most situations. If you're playing extremely loud metal music, maybe bump up to 40 just to be safe. After that, it's all gravy (and headroom)!
Can my amp be too powerful?
Amplifiers can be too powerful for speakers. Speakers are limited by the electrical energy that they can convert into audio. As a general rule, if the amplifier produces more electrical energy than the speakers can handle, it may cause distortion or clipping, but damage is unlikely.
What size amp do I need for 2 100 watt speakers?
A 50-watt per channel amplifier will work fine with speakers rated at 100 watts.
