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Default Speaker input/wattage question

John Galvan wrote:

Hi Trevor,

Thanks for the reply, that helps!

This leads me to another question: is a 120W per channel receiver
powerful enough to drive 200W speakers? I've read that damage can
occur due to lower power receivers and amplifiers. The receiver I'm
considering is the Harman Kardon HK3480. Again, sorry if this is a
stupid question!


There is a simpler answer to your questions. Speaker power ratings
are BS and should be ignored. In most all cases, they are either
large-enough, physically, to produce the music at the volumes you
want, or they are not. Obviously a lot of bass demands more size.