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What's your active speaker/sub idle power usage?

Chr1

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Just curious after a similar thread re power amplifier idle power consumption...

Me:

Neumann KH310: 25W (x2)

BK XXLS400FF sub: 12W (x2)

Definitely cheaper to run than my other preferred option (big passives + valves)
 
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neRok

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Just checked. I have PreSonus interface, Kali IN8 v2 monitors, and DIY sub running off Emotiva 2chan amp (UPA-2 = 225W @ 4 ohms). It uses 56W at idle, 57W playing low = 70dB (fast + C weighting in REW), and 70W playing at medium = 81dB.

I'll look up high volume power consumption details from my energy company when their website is online next (in maintenance atm).
 
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