B&W 804: Is B&W a speaker for pop/rock?


I have the oppotutninity to purchase a pair of naut 804 but am concerned that it might not be a good choice for pop/rock.

What are some of the current opinions about B&W being driven by a 150 watt amp verses some other speaker suggestions.

Thanks for any ideas/suggestions
ats

Showing 1 response by foreverhifi

Again, the only way you'll know for sure, for your tastes, with your sellection of music, at your volume levels, in your room, IS TO TRY EM AND FIND OUT!! You'll otherwise just keep guessing.
My feeling, as someone who has lots of experience with this speaker personally, is that it might be right, and it might not. I can easily see oppinions varrying. Infact, simply run full range, I know a lot of "pro Audio" industry people who wouldn't likely chose the 804's(or similar) for rock and roll dubties in their home! But perhaps "audiophile" tastes would differ.
I think you might pick up a pair(which you're already currious about) and try "bi-amping" them! I've bi-amped this epeaker with excellent results myself. The speaker jumps up a lot in dynamic ability with it's own amp driving the bass alone. If you do buy these speakers try one amp, then two...you tell me which is better for rock or dynamic ability.
good luck