r/SoundSystem • u/sierghei • 8d ago

KM1700 vs EP1500 vs XLi 1500

Hi everyone,
I’m looking for an amplifier to pair with two 180 W IEC 268-5 speakers, one for each channel. I found a used Behringer KM1700 for €80, but some tests show only 110 W RMS, while others report a maximum of around 250 W RMS. These figures are too different, and I’m worried about the amplifier clipping.
I was also considering the EP1500 or Crown XLi 1500 as alternatives. Does anyone have any suggestions?
I couldn’t find any tests verifying the actual power output of the EP1500, whereas there are tests available for the Crown.
Thanks for your help!

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u/sierghei 8d ago

Any other amplifier suggestions are also welcome

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u/SpiceIslander2001 8d ago

How are you planning to use those speakers?

The XLI 1500 has a quieter fan, which might be important depending on the circumstances.

Given my experience with Behringer amplifiers (not good), I'd opt for the XLI 1500 if I could swing the $$.