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BW 800 D3 Floor Speakers

Hello,

I would greatly appreciate your advice on what monoblock amps to pair with Bowers and Wilkins 800 D3 speakers.  I have gotten several different suggestions (none overlapping) so wanted to ask a larger group of people.  Please don't respond just need to listen.  While this is sage advice it is not feasible where I live.  

I have gotten:
Classe 600
McIntosh 901
McIntosh 601
McIntosh 1.25k
Luxman 900
Rowland 735

Respectfully
drrmtaylor
gregm
3,415 posts
 
Agree with Georgehifi above.
The Rowland will give you a slightly warmer sound than the Luxman.

I don't particularly like how either the Classe or the McIntosh are voiced, so I will not comment about them.
drrmtaylor OP
5 posts
 
Thank everyone for their input!  I am an aspiring audiophile so all information is much appreciated.  Keep it coming for those that have paired or heard these speakers before.  Have a great day.
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jasonbourne52
2,863 posts
 
Why limit yourself to monoblocs? My go-to amp for "heavy lifting" is my Perreaux 2150B. 340wpc/8ohms, 680wpc/4ohms,920wpc/2ohms. I paid around $900 for mine! Sonically as good as any of today's four-figure amps!
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dweller
3,868 posts
 
+1 BAT VK-655SE (dual mono amp)
VK-655SE Power Amplifier — Balanced Audio Technology
drrmtaylor OP
5 posts
 
Thanks again guys.
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