Understanding speaker power rating vs sensitivity

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Petrolhead

Enthusiast
Hi

I will be upgrading my system as it is as I want a bit more sound than what I have. I am currently running the Klipsch RP-280F and looking to get the RF-7 iii speakers, but first I would upgrade amplifier setup.

The RF-7 is rated at 250W but with a sensitivity rating at 100dB. I am by no means any expert, but I cannot understand that these speakers would be able to take 250W of power as the volume would be over concert level? From what I learned back in the day, you should always select an amplifier that has more maximum output than speakers.

I want to be able to have the possibility to play the maximum volume, the speakers can output safely.

Amplifier recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
 

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