B&W 800D3 paired with McIntosh MC1.25k


I’m currently using McIntosh C52 and MC452 equipment to drive my B&W 800D3. Looking to upgrade with MC1.25k. Is anyone running this combination (800D3 with McIntosh MC1.25k). What are your likes and dislikes.. 

ronaldpooran

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Not quite the same, but I am running 802d3’s with Mac 611’s.  Warm overall signature, with very good detail, and dynamic, I am sure your 800D3’s would love the extra power.  Awesome combo.   

The 611’S also have 48% more headroom than the 601’s. I have only had the amps for about 4 months, but they drive the 802D3’s with ease. I crank it pretty loud at times and have never had the red light flicker. For your 800D3’s, I would recommend moving up to the 611’s at a minimum, but I would think the 1.25’s would be the ultimate.

I am using a Lumin T2 streamer into a Classe Sigma SSP processor. I feel my system sounds clear, dynamic, and detailed. Since I have had the amp, I hear detail in recordings that I never heard before. Vocals are very clear.