Is it worth changing from B&W N805 to the 805S?

Elizabeth,

Have you heard anything as to when the 805D's might
be released?

Cmach

Yes...and I would disagree with Elizabeth for two reasons, 1) there is no announcement for 805D's and 2) if B&W did come out with such a speaker, they would cost far more than the 805S's and suspect they'd be more than you are looking to spend.

I am skeptical of them releasing an 805D. However, even if they do, there is not even rumor of it yet. That tells me we aren't even close to seeing one. I agree with Brian though, if we do see one, I expect the retail cost to be around 5000 a pair.

Thanks guys. Honestly I would not be interested on the 805D (if they were to exist) as they would be much more expensive than the 805S I guess.

As you now, the main criticism to the N805 is often related to bright highs, and I tend to agree with that perception, basically that's why I'm looking to upgrade to the 805S, hoping that these have a little more gently highs.

Any other comments will be appreciated. Thanks

Hi, I have both 805n used in stereo. then changed to 5.1 and bought 805s with htm 4 for center and the asw 825 to complete speakers. I really would be pressed to say there is much difference in the 2 models, except for the highs, just a bit brighter. I like both models very much. They do look slightly different. less steel on tweeters rear tube on s model, and the tweeter center cone is smaller s models. Over all size is the same. And the stands work for both models. Good luck