AMP for 804 Nautilus

Proceed's not known as bright, I think that's Krell (but that aint an invitation for a flame war, if its wrong just say so) Proceed is good clean but dry power. Pretty neutral--described as gray in color sometimes. No added jingle. But there is a lot of it, wide and deep.

Classe has the juicy warm musical sound from what I remember.

Cant go wrong with Bryston-they're solid. I ran McCormack for a long time, similar to Bryston. Less expensive than Bryston in the aftermarket too. Very nice amp.

If I didn't already have the Proceed, I'd probly be getting a Bryston cause their so manly, or try the moon cause of all the good I've heard about it. But if you really like tube sound, look at tube amps, not these solid state's.

I'll add a vote for the Proceed HPA2. Definately not bright, and lots of power.

Dbui1 Did you try the Bryston 4B ST, when you brought your speaker and try it on with the Bryston did it sound kind of bright for you. I liked Bryston amp also I think it is the best amp outhere for the price but afraid it is too bright for the Nautilus in the HF, really like the bass those. If you can let me know i really appreciate that.

I used to work for a high-end dealer who tried lots of amps that didn't work. Finally found that Primare(from Scandinavia) finally was able to open them up. Their stuff is relatively new to the U.S. so may be hard to find, but it's very attractive and built like a brick craphouse. I've since moved and have recently been to another well-resepected high-end store who also coincidentally found Primare to be a particularly good match for B&W. On a relative scale it's also priced attractively. Best of luck.
Tim

I have the 804's. I first had them paired with c-j. But something was missing. The sound was pretty but lacking. I auditioned them with a Mac solid state and also with the c-j. Not until I lived with them for awhile did this start to bother me. I am lucky to have friends in this hobby. After borrowing several amps and living with them did I find the right combo. The 804's love good solid state with resonable power. I went with the Mark Levinson #383. Boy does this combo sing. If your budget can handle it go for it. I also found a very good amp at a lower price, the Densen DM-10. Very good with the 804's. Peace and good listening.