Does Wilson Sophia Sound good at low volumes?

the amplifier type at low volume can make a big difference. just to confirm, try the 802 with a relativley powerful arc or other tube amp. the levinson is spectactular but will not shine at low volume.

I've owned both Sophia 1 and 2 and they need to be driven a little to get going. I wouldn't call them a good low level listening speaker. Kharma is very good a low levels but don't sound good a higher levels. I know what you mean about the 802 really need to be cranked to sound there best.

Avalon and Verity do very well and any volume level. This tells you that the crossover design is very very good.

When I switched preamps to the Conrad Johnson Act 2 the Sophia 1's ability to stay "full and balanced" at low levels became apparent. With my old preamp I had to play at a higher volume for the music to have any life, the CDP, amps and cables remained the same.
Late at nite I play at very low levels and I'm still surprised when the level meters read 8-12!!!
I would say from my experience the Sophia 1 is very good at low levels. (with the right gear ?)

I can't comment on the Wilsons but my N802's sound just fine at low volume levels (70db range). I would get rid of the solid state amps and switch to a good tubed amp. The upper bass and lower mids will become fuller allowing for a better balance at lower volume levels.