We cover 72
amplifiers rated
up to 60 watts into 8 ohms
(10W to 60W).
Enough for a small or near-field system, or for sensitive speakers. Plenty of very good amplifiers live here, and in a normal room at normal levels most of them never get close to their limit.
Watts are the most over-read number in
audio. Doubling the power buys about 3dB, and a speaker 3dB more sensitive buys
you exactly the same thing for free. Before shopping by wattage, try
the amp and
speaker matcher to see what your speakers and room actually need.
Need more? See
61 to 90 watts
(54).