multichannel amplifier for B&W 805 S

For that price, you can purchase a new Rotel RSP-1068 processor and Rotel RMB-1075 5-channel amp. The amp is 5 x 120 Watts. I currently run this exact setup with 805S and HTM4S and the sound quality is excellent.

Hi Bob,
I have used both Parasound Halo B-52 and Edge G A/V (500W/5) with my 802D, HTM2D & 805N 5.1 system. Both work very well for theater and music. The Halo B-52 (125Wx5)may be a little under power, depending on your eventual choice of speakers for the front channels. However, a second hand/ demo Parasound Halo A-51(250WX5)should be within your budget and may be your best choice. The Absolute Sound Jan 2007 Issue 168 just did a review on the Halo A21, the two channel version. Enjoy the journey and more so the music!
Bill

Thank you for the response. I have done some research and have narrowed down to Bryston 9b sst (used) or Arcam 350. These seem to be the best of the breed. Arcam seems to outperform Rotel/NAD and the like.

What are your opinions on this?

Thanks
Bob

If you can find a Cal Audio MCA 2500, it is great with the 805's. I ran that exact set up previously and even in a bright room it was fantastic. The Cal is a beast though, be sure you have adequate space.