Question 1

Does emotiva audio xpa-200 work well with an energy take classic 5.1 system?

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maybe the xpa-200 is a bit much for a subwoofer satellite speaker system, first its a 2 channel amp so it will only power the left and right channels not the center or surround channels. second this amp produces about 150 watts per channel which is overkill for satellite speakers. the upa-200 is cheaper, and has less power but is also a 2 channel amp. emotiva does have 5 channel amps in their product line, these would probably be better for you

Question 2

Will this drive my klipsch rf-82 well?

Accepted Answer

The amplifier is able to drive any speaker from 4-8 ohm. The rf-82 is 8 ohm. I do not see a reason why not.

Question 3

Is the sound warm or neutral?

Accepted Answer

I am using the Emotiva 200 to drive the two rear channels. The speakers are B&W 601's. Running just my back channels in 4 channel mode the sound is quite neutral. The amp seems to be built very well. It's a very good looking piece of equipment(shades of Mac.). I'm sorry that I cannot address your question any better. Rear channels don't provide a lot sound to give a good answer to your question.

Question 4

Yamaha Rx A3040 which has 150w 9.ch (expandable to 11.ch) Via. External amp, Do I use a XPA 200 for rear channel or XPA 3 to take load off front? Edit

Accepted Answer

I have the Yamaha 3040 and the xpa 200 that I use for the front left and right and it sounds great. I did consider going with the xpa 3 and I bet it would sound great to but I saved a little money going with the xpa 200 it was more in my budget.

ASIN	B009G4GW6M
Best Sellers Rank	#304,415 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #1,181 in Power Amplifiers #97,698 in Music Recording Equipment
Brand Name	emotiva audio
Customer Reviews	4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (41)
Global Trade Identification Number	00818841010917
Item Dimensions	22 x 9 x 22 inches
Item Weight	39 pounds
Manufacturer	Emotiva Audio Corporation
Material Type	Metal, Plastic
Maximum Output Power	240 watts
Maximum Supply Voltage	230 volts
Model	XPA-200
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Number of Channels	2
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Output Power	240 watts
Package Type Name	Box
Part Number	XPA-200
UPC	818841010917
Unit Count	1 Count
Voltage	230 volts

Emotiva Audio XPA-200 Stereo Power Amplifier

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