I have used peak reading instrumentation on my SC-V setup. On high dynamic range Mahler, Stravinsky, Bruckner etc where the average SPL of the Tutti passages is 90-95 db in my room, the peak power to the Dunlavy always is way above 220 watts. From my actual SPL measurements at concerts, these in room levels are actually a little low for a live Chicago Symphony performance. If you want to try this out for realistic volume performance try Mahler first with Boulez conducting the Chicago symphony (a superb performence and an very good recording) or Levi with Atlanta (an ok performance and a superb recording). Set the volume to 98-100 SPL just BEFORE the bass drum comes in in the last few seconds of the work. If you hear any strain on the brass it could be a lively room. If you hear strain on the brass change when the drum comes in or if you can't actually hear the rapid individual strokes it's most definitely your system.
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