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B&W 805D vs. Dynaudio Contour S1.4

I've been listening to the 805D at a local deal and have been very impressed by its overall balance and richness. I'm also interested in the Dynaudio S1.4, but haven't been able to compare them side by side.

Has anyone been able to do this? I'm very curious as to how they stack up.

Thanks
stratguy
stratguy OP
43 posts
 
Thank you to all for taking the time to provide feedback. Unfortunately, a side-by-side comparison is not possible. I live in Scottsdale and the hi-end audio scene is dismall here. None of the local B&W retailers have 805D's available and Dynaudio is nowhere to be found. I have done extensive listening of the 805D in another state. It's been quite some time since I had a chance to listen to the Dynaudio setup. My instinct tells me the the 805D is a better fit for me. Later today, I will be checking out one more speaker - the Wilson Benesch ARC. Once I've auditioned the ARC, I'll make a decision. Thanks again for the feedback.
okocza
19 posts
 
Stratguy, what are your electronics?
stricken
43 posts
 
If your in Scottsdale, there is an awesome dealer for Dynaudio called Dedicated Audio.
stratguy OP
43 posts
 
Thanks Stricken, I didn't know that. I will look them up.
stratguy OP
43 posts
 
Okocza,

My system is comprised of a Jeff Rowland Continuum 500 integrated amp, an LP12 turntable with Graham 2.2 arm and Dynavector DV20XL cartridge. I am using the Linn Linto phono preamp, but my Rowland also has the built-in phono stage. I haven't tried the Rowland phono as yet, but I'd like to go that route as I'm trying to sumplify my system from a real estate perspective. My CD player is a Linn Ikemi.

Regards,

SG
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