Grinnell,
THe 685's have a different tweeter than the 60X series that matches better with tube amplification, and the 685's are fairly efficient. With that said, the PL2 has more juice than the PL1, so Bluemtnman should consider your experience carefully.
If you could swing a new Naim Nait 5i, that would be very good, and would work well with your CD player. Depending on your tastes, the new Cambridge 650A would also make for a dynamic combination with the CDP and the B&Ws.
THe 685's have a different tweeter than the 60X series that matches better with tube amplification, and the 685's are fairly efficient. With that said, the PL2 has more juice than the PL1, so Bluemtnman should consider your experience carefully.
If you could swing a new Naim Nait 5i, that would be very good, and would work well with your CD player. Depending on your tastes, the new Cambridge 650A would also make for a dynamic combination with the CDP and the B&Ws.