B&W 805's VS Quad 12L speakers

I've actually done a side-by-side "shootout" with both of these speakers in the same room / system. While the N805s (orignal N805 speakers - not S, D, or Signature) are definately a more articulate (amd IMHO a better) speaker than the 12L, for the money the 12L is a good value. You'd really need to hear them side-by-side to judge if the increase in performance is worth the increase in cost.

Personally, if I were to take everything into consideration (looks, ability to hold the resale value, performance, etc.) I'd go with the 805's. If I was trying to save a buck, I'd go with the 12L's and never look back.

There is a pair of 805 signatures with Grey/Black tiger striping for sale here on Audiogon. They are $3000 including stands. I would grab these in a heartbeat if I were looking into 805s.

Just a thought

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You'll get different sound from these tweeters. The B&W will be punchier with more bass response, and the Quad will be faster with more transparency.

Pick your poison

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