Good match for Spendor S3/5s?

make it big and make it solid state....bryston is perfect...and macs drive them beautifully too.

The problem of course is the 84dB/w low efficiency of the 3/5 (now called the S3), Spendor makes a DOUBLE-woofer version of it marketed as a center channel speaker called the SC3. It goes lower, and plays LOTS louder due to its much higher 88-89dB/w efficiency. Just buy a pair and turn 'em sideways to make a taller 3/5. OR get the similar vented 6.5" 2-way called the S3/1p, also at 89dB/w. You can easily resell the 3/5 for $600-ish. There's only so much you can push out of one 5" midwoofer, and throwing more than 100 watts at it gets to its compression limit, so you'll probably NOT be satisfied until you get more driver radiating area. Try a pair of the SC3 for best spectral match to the 3/5. You'll then NOT have to change your amp. Cheers.

I agree...Bryston is known for providing excellent bass performance...which is why I gather my dealer has them with Spendors and Maggies...both great speakers which sounded a bit bass shy with other brands...good luck...

I also agree with Subaruguru...even in a small room...the 3/5 is pushing the laws of physics...I would probably opt for the 3/1p...which is my favorite SPendor product...that would be a nice combo...or...to cause more confusion...I was considering Spendor...but went with the Quad 12L...the bigger version of the acclaimed 11L...and I can tell you this...those would absolutely sing on your current Quad electronics....considerably more bass...and an easier load...not to mention legendary Quad transparency and detail...not as forgiving as Spendors...but very open...and more dynamic...good luck....