High End Bookshelf Speakers


If you were to pull the trigger on a pair of Sonus Faber Electa Amator 3 vs B&W 805 D3 what would you do? These would be supported by a Pass Labs XA 30.8 and a Backert Labs preamp in a 12 x 30 room with limited options for spacing. 12-14 inches off the rear walls at best.
scottya118
Two terrific options, but the B&W seems like a winner given the size of the room and your spacing limitations.  
Not enough power in a relatively big room.  The 805 D3s are the better option by far considering the amplification but I would look for a more efficient speaker or eventually seek out a more powerful amp.  
That was helpful. Thank you. I think the 805's would be the end game for me but would consider a different amp down the road. Are you thinking Class A mono blocks?  -Scott
Class A Monos may not be essential.  Certainly stepping up to a more powerful amp from pass would be a good option.

There are other manufacturers that produce warmer Class AB or even hybrid Class D.  You could also consider McIntosh, Naim, AVM or others that have a warmer sound profile.  They will run cooler, get to temp and sound optimal much faster and IMO, sound just as good.  

You need a bigger and more efficient speaker


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