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Old 02-02-2005, 09:45 AM   #57 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Nelson
Whats wrong with comparing amps within their linear operating range? Have you ever heard a company claim 'our amplifier sounds terrific when drivin to hard clipping'?
Because that is not real world usage. Amplifiers do get driven into clipping during actual use on a regular basis. It is certainly important to me that they sound good under any usage condition, not an artificial one designed to guarantee a specific outcome.

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Originally Posted by Nelson
And the challenge is a comparison of amplifiers NOT processors - so why shouldnt they be eliminated from the loop?
Re-read what I wrote. I am in complete agreement with you & RC on this.

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If Im considering buying a mid-level dodge neon based on gas mileage, interior comfort, and ride quality why would I ever let the salesman ice over me with a test drive of the turbo charged Neon SRT4 with upgraded interior and handling??
Because you've a theory on sheep's bladders being used to prevent earthquakes perhaps? That makes as much sense as your analogy in the context of this discussion, yes?



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