B&W 804S + $2,000 used integrated

thanks for the great responses guys. I really appreciate it!!!

Get at least 150wt/ch
These speakers sound better with higher power amps

I hear alot about power with the B&W's but run my 802d just fine with a Cary Cinema 7B 100W/channel. I also use a Krell 400Xi with 200w but the cary is smoother and can carry them for reasonable levels.

I own a pair of the B&W 804S and I've listened to them with a wide variety of amps. IMHO, they sound their best with Krell - I own an S-300i - and Accuphase. A used Accuphase E-350 would be a great option for listening to jazz.
I hope this helps.

Good luck!

Okay, another decision to be made...

For those who have heard both the MF A5.5 & the A308, how do they compare to each other? Aside from the overall consensus that the A308 is built from higher quality parts, preference seems to be a mixed bag.

Boy, do I pine for the opportunity to audition each!