Oh yes, I’m aware of the exponential nature of power growth. I gave 120db as an example of the extreme upper limit of loudness. Even the Susvara needs only 1.6W to reach 115db, which is still extraordinarily loud and gives you adequate headroom for listening at reasonable levels like <90dB. So why do amps that provide 5W or more need to exist?
Oh yes, I’m aware of the exponential nature of power growth. I gave 120db as an example of the extreme upper limit of loudness. Even the Susvara needs only 1.6W to reach 115db, which is still extraordinarily loud and gives you adequate headroom for listening at reasonable levels like <90dB. So why do amps that provide 5W or more need to exist?