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B&W 805 Nautilus for PC?

I picked up a used pair of 805 Nautilus at an estate sale for $500.  I could not test them and had to take a gamble.  My plan was to use them for my computer as I spend a lot of time working at my desk and wanted something better than my horrible Bose multimedia speakers.  I am in search of a good integrated amp but in the meantime I am using an old Denon 1908 receiver to run them.  They sound terrible.  I am not sure if it is the Denon or the speakers.  Is there a good integrated you would recommend that might make these things sing?


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erik_squires
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Are they bi-wireable? Try disconnecting the tweeter section. Does it sound the same? If so, tweets aren't working.
erik_squires
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I like the small NAD hybrid units. The NAD D 3020 has lots of inputs and plenty of power for desktop use. Also sound pretty good, especially compared to their first Masters series. They make a larger version, but it is digital input only, and limited inputs.

I also recommend IsoAcoustics stands.

Best,

E
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