Hi Bob,
Actually, the pure RMS rating is > 200 Watts, and you're looking at around > 350 W into 4 Ohm, but so what ? That's pretty much meaningless. Look at the current delivery, and here the amps are monsters, and yes, you tell me how the amps are with the Ascents. I installed an Ascend system with regular monos an I found it to be really good, but again, the only thing that counts is your preference and taste.
late,
Klaus