Accuphase and B&W 800 series


I own an Accuphase E-650 integrated and am thinking about moving to B&W speakers. Specifically, the 805 D4 standmounts, which are rated 88db. Despite the great reviews of the 805, I hesitate because I’ve read that these speakers need some juice to sound their best. I am aware that Accuphase class A amps are more powerful than their rated output but I would still prefer to not have to push the amp.

I also hesitate because I’ve read that the 805 does not sound best at low volume. In my house, nearly all my listening is at low to low-mid volume by necessity.

Would appreciate hearing from people who have tried this combination. Not necessarily the 650, but any of Accuphase’s class A amps. Does the amp drive the speakers well, or merely satisfactorily? Does it sound thin at low volume?

 

Thanks.

rfprice

Power is your friend when trying to play music with wide dynamics. No real advantage to Class A over Class A/B. Now both are challenged by the arrival of latest generation Class D amps!

@jasonbourne71 

 

The Class D amps have been getting my attention lately. I hope to hear some soon.