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!
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.
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