Need help deciding on amplifier

[Kali157]

Originally Posted by Islandcapture

Thanks Rock, Stone,

Thanks for that spoiler , it's the same everywhere (even on mountain bikes) and I do understand.

I also understand about having more than what I need now. I'm thinking I can use the Emo to power the front speakers in the future if needed. It'll just require a few more months of saving up but hey, we got to enjoy the fruits of our labor. I'm tired of acquiring good enough equipment that gets replaced quickly. More waste of resources. But of course I need to be careful or else I'll spend way too much for my own financial health (and marriage). :P

I have to read the threads more but I get discombobulated. Haha!

Any more recommendations?

Emotiva amps are well made amps while providing good value compared to its competition. That is why it is popular. Now depending on your receiver, it maybe overkill for those polk bookshelves in zone 2. What receiver are you using? Can it power a second zone (I assume not... but just checking)? Does it have pre-outs for your main system?

As you pointed out, buying something cheap may cost you more later if you are just going to replace it. An amp is something you can keep for awhile. This is unlike a receiver which"needs" to be changed when a new format becomes standard (like HDMI).