How do I power my 800D(3)s

@kalali

B&W use a large mid range which beams and leaves an off access suckout from 1 to 4 KHz - so actually a recessed upper mid. They crossover around 4 KHz to the tweeter giving a sudden but correct boost to the off axis presence region. This is fairly consistent characteristic for B&W and gives them a brighter treble in relation to the mids. The bass also feels relatively stronger due to the recessed mids. These effects are more apparent the further you sit from the speakers and the more the off axis contributes to the overall sound at the listener.

Strictly speaking this is a design limitation but it has proved so succesful and core to B&W sound that it is certainly a deliberate design choice, as B&W for sure are one of the top speakers.

Rotel is not the quality you should pair with the 800. Pass labs a much better choice. These new models are world class and will be very revealing of source, power etc. High current, clean power is the best option. If you prefer to stick to an integrated some nice choices (with power) from Jeff Rowland,  Mark levinson. Good hunting.

I agree that the following amps would sound good with the B&W 800D(3)s in no particular order:
Bryston
Classe
Pass Lab
The B&W dealier in my area uses McIntosh, but that might be because thats what they carry.
I would also add ti the list Plinius Reference amp.

This post has a great list of amps that should sound good with Bowers and Wilkins Diamond Series, here's a few more:

Parasound
NAD
Rotel
Krell
Arcam
Cambridge
Naim
Plinius
Peachtree
Nuprime
Wyred
Bel Canto


...... and many, many more. Choose your budget, pick the sound you like, give them the appropriate power and enjoy.

Cheers,

Scott

Those are GOOD speakers and need GOOD amps.. Spectral, Atmasphere, Jeff Rowland, will all make them sing.