Considering moving on from B&W...

Although I agree, if you like B&W Magico may not work for you, I’m afraid I have to disagree with audphile1 observation. I own the A3, and they are nothing like what he described. Perhaps they were not set up correctly, or he is used to lesser neutrality. If you look at many of the latest B&W, their freq response is extremely tailored. If that is what you are after, the Magico may sound boring. Many audiophiles consider hyped trebles as detailed and exciting. To my ears, they are simply unnatural and fatiguing.

Magico are really fast and take on the character of the equipment you feed them with. So, at least to me, you have to have really good equipment or you are going to hear any shortfalls.

I did not have the 800 series but the 702S2. I really thought they were great speakers and they are but was out messing around and stopped by a dealer to listen to Dynaudio again. I was a former owner.

Auditioned Confidence 20 and the Dynaudio Heritage. I was blown away. Not just blown away but went home and thought about it for a couple of days to make sure I just didn’t have a case of wanting something new. Spent a couple of days with my 702 and went back again and listened. There was no going back. I’ve owned KEF Reference 1s, the older Dynaudio C1s. Bowers etc and these are just the best speaker in my price range I could dream of. Seriously incredible compared to the Bowers. But sound is personal.

I don’t think the Bowers strength was imaging. At least for me. The Heritage are so much better.

I know it’s hard when you can’t audition. You may look at Safe and Sound Audio in MA on-line. They have a return policy that might work. Had a pair of returns as well. If buying new they throw in the Dynaudio Stand 20 and unique bolting plate so the Heritage stays in place.

The best Dynaudio has offered in a very long time.

If you’re rocking a Mac amp, I’d take a hard look at Sonus Faber. Much warmer speaker and they pair well with McIntosh. Of course, I’m biased!

Similar to the Op I had B&W speakers in college through my thirties.  They were fine then but as I age I find them to be dull and unexciting speakers to listen to.  It took me a year to find a speaker I liked.  I went to shows around the country and would drive up to 8 hours to go listen to speakers during my journey.  I agree with others....if you live in Alabama take a short drive to Atlanta and listen to as many speakers as you can.  You might surprise yourself.  I had no intention on buying a horn speaker but ended up going that route and am totally happy.  

Magico has good resale value so that is a plus.  However, when I was testing them I felt they would fatigue me if I listened for many hours at a time.  I would say listen to some of the suggestions that people gave you above on Youtube.  Granted you are not going to make a decision based on a YouTube video but you can at least get an idea on sound.  Then find the closest dealer and listen in person. 

Sonus Faber, Joseph Audio, Charney Audio, and Focal are a few brands to consider.  I have also owned Wilson Audio and they have a wide range of speakers that are way better than B&W.  

Don't rush into a decision and enjoy the journey.