Whats the best way to power this 2 channel setup.

[SportsNut]

Ok I have a pair of Canton Karat M80 towers and I was wondering whats the best way to power them. I have a Onkyo 506 right now but I don't wanna under power speakers cause I've heard that can be pretty back for both receiver and speakers. Here are the specs on the Karat M80. Any help would be most appreciated.

Speakers Function Main / Stereo
Nominal Power 180 Watt RMS
Construction
3-Way
Connectivity
Cable
Technical Features
Peak Power Handling 300 Watt
Frequency Reponse 22 Hz - 30000 kHz
Sensitivity 88 dB
Impedance 8 ohm
Components
Woofer Size 10"
Midrange Size 6"
Tweeter Size 1"

 

[cfrizz]

Well the best way to power them would be with separate amplification. Unfortunately, your receiver doesn't have preouts to add an amp.

So it comes down to if you want to replace your receiver with one that does have preouts & then get an amp as well.

In the mean time, watch how high you push the volume.

 

[SportsNut]

thanks. and I'm definitely not going to even hook these bad boys up until I can get some proper power.

 

[jamie2112]

I would suggest a cheap AVR that has pre outs and add the Behringer EP2500. Unless you want HDMI and pre outs then I would say get a Yamaha VX 663 or the like and the EP2500. Both will run you about $625 for the package.

 

[cfrizz]

Excellent. Since you are pretty much starting from scratch again you might even want to skip the receiver & go with all separates. A prepro/amp combo from Outlaw or Emotiva would look way cool, and sound even better!

thanks. and I'm definitely not going to even hook these bad boys up until I can get some proper power.