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What AV amplifier for 4 x b&W + centre

Hello,

I have 4 x b&w 803 d3 + centre and currently all this is run by Arcam 850 

Could you please suggest how to improve sound ? 
Would it be a good idea to buy Classé 5300 and then look for another processor ? Can I use my old Arcam and add the Classé as an amplifier only ?
Maybe it is possible to add powerful stereo amp to fronts and adjust Arcam to only rear and centre ?

Any advice would be appreciated 

Tom 
tcooper656
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tcooper656 OP
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Thank you for all your help to date
I went to my local dealer this morning and to my surprise they have Classé stereo amp + 803 d3 in their studio    I fell in love immediately and ordered 5300    Hope 5 channel will sound same good 

I will be pairing the amp with my old Arcam 850 ( serving as processor )    I am quite nervous about this.  
I feel that I have to start looking for a new processor 

if any of you have any suggestions please let me know 

many thanks 

tom 
auxinput
2,920 posts
 
Questions. Do you have a budget in mind? Do you need support for 4K and/or HDR? Support fo Dolby Atmos? Room correction?
tcooper656 OP
9 posts
 
Thank you.  Definitely 4K 

I have no intention adding more speakers therefore most likely Atmos is not a must.  
Room correction sounds like a nice think to have.  
I like sharp / clear sound and use the system 50/ 50 music / HT 

would 10k be enough to spend on up to date good sounding processor ? 
gongli3
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 A B&W sub adds a lot to the sound - I like mine although I have floor speakers with decent bass - still the sub adds something in my humble opinion...
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