@b737max Agree! I think OP should seriously consider SS amps that double output into 8/4/2 ohms.
My Vincent hybrid SP-331 is 150W/ch/8 ohms and 300W/ch/4 ohms and it's almost not enough current. I'm considering bi-amping looking forward.
8-10k budget suggestions please
Hey guys,
been out of the game about 10 years, got a new wife, new house, and plugged in my old B&W 804's. Connected them to a Denon receiver expecting to want to do surround sound.......But forget it! I really want to maximize my 804's for 2 channel listening.
My room is 15ft long by 13 by 9. not very big but I need amplification and streaming capabilites. Will add TT later as I do have vinyl. Room tx is on it's way so let's just assume it's already done.
Thanks for all your help!
@b737max Agree! I think OP should seriously consider SS amps that double output into 8/4/2 ohms. My Vincent hybrid SP-331 is 150W/ch/8 ohms and 300W/ch/4 ohms and it's almost not enough current. I'm considering bi-amping looking forward. |
I hope I am wrong for the sake of your excitement, but a Krell amp is one of the last amps I would have paired with B&W. I know most of them to be very forward and analytical, and you needed something to tame the same characteristics of your speakers. Try not to let the, "new smell" of the amp cloud your ability to listen critically once the pairing is made...
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Krell will have no problem driving those speakers. Will sound great! Good source like a Denafrips DAC would be next. I like B&W speakers, but they are very unforgiving of your source. I’m a huge believer in empirical numbers and data… They are very important and a good guide, but somethings numbers just can’t measure. The most powerful audio processor ever made is between your ears. No oscilloscope, multi meter or analytical software can come close to measuring what’s going on there. I love the audio science review guys, but the best topping DAC just can’t compare with my terminator. tried one and sent it back. If you ever get the upgrade bug or tire of your current system, consider an SET as mentioned above before you start blowing big bucks. Enjoy! |
… Also, don’t be afraid of a little bit of digital EQ through Roon or such. |