@lonemountain Wow! Thank you for the information! Now I'm really worked up!
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Thanks for all the comments. Yes, I'm wanting to change to active speakers. My McIntosh MCD600 CDP has a lovely preamp section that will go out straight to the speakers. What the 803s do really well is imaging and soundstaging. Glad to hear the 40s also do that well. What the 803s do a little much of is the treble. Glad to hear the 40s have a sweeter treble. The 803s are a little light in the bass. Glad to hear the 40s are warmer. Again, thanks for all the helpful information. Any and all further information is much appreciated. |
@dpac996 Thank you for the wonderful response! I can understand why you got the passive versions. If I had that amp I would do the same thing! Just need to sell the 803s... |
A few days ago I came to the realization the only complaint I have with my 803 D3s was a somewhat strident treble. So I did the stupidly simple task of reducing toe-in of about 30* to zero (speakers are aimed straight ahead). Viola! Treble glare gone! Now sounds coherent from bottom to top. To me, sounds wonderful. Happy camper. Think I'll keep em. Thanks to all who have contributed to this thread. |