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What is an SET 45 amp? Typically how much power?

Posted by AbeCollins (A) on March 27, 2006 at 13:38:15

Please forgive my ignorance but I'm just now starting to research SET amps.

My fear is that anything smaller than the hefty Cary 805c series might not be enough for my speakers.... or my listening habits. I like it somewhat loud and dynamic but it's not really practical to change my speakers out.... or should I say, I rather keep the speakers that I presently own. They are 91db efficient Tannoy D500s with 8" drivers. They do ok with about 30wpc but they really come alive with a robust solid state amp.

Are there any worthy SET amps I should investigate that put out more than 10 - 15wpc but less than the big 50+ wpc Cary 805c?

Oh, and back to my original question. What is an SET 45 amp and how much power do they output? Thanks!
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