B&W 805s vs PSB Synchrony Two

You should hear how a simple set of B&W DM602 speakers open up with 800 watts per side. It is mind blowing!

I have heard the above "test" with a set of Valve Audio Black Widow Mono amplifiers rated at 800 watts.

I you want to keep your current amp, you would probably happier with the PSBs as they are technically and practically more efficient than the notoriously power hungry 805s, and will go lower.

Or you could do as suggested above and ditch the amp for something that can really drive the 805s. Well driven, the 805's are quite rewarding with better midrange and treble integration and "snap" compared with the PSBs.

Either choice would probably be an upgrade to your current system, but not necessarily because the PSB's are "better" speakers than the 805's.

Thanks very much guys for your eye opening comments.

Would u guys recommend an amp to match my 805s closely.

Also , I just got a new Trichord Dino w PSU and i noticed a significant improvement on overall musicality and GAIN which i noticed that helped my cayin amp 65wpc to drive my 805s.

Bass is a plus to me for PSB Synchrony FS , but midrange for 805s is a glorious one. which one should be the top priority ?

For Tubes I would suggest something with at least 80W, for Solid state, as suggested above 200 watts/ch or something with a TON of current would punch the 805's ticket.

Assuming the choice is $1749 for the Synchrony Ones, or the same amount for an amp, here are some ideas in that range. Frankly, it would be tough to beat the quality of your current amp by a whole lot for that price, at least new. Here are some ideas:

Vincent Audio - SV-236 MKII
Used Musical Fidelity A5
Cambridge Audio Azur 840A v2
Jolida 1000RC (used now on Agon)
NAD M3 (used now on Agon)
Classe Audio cap 151 (used now on Agon).

Or look for some good separates used - like a CJ pre and something like the Odyssey Audio Stratos Extreme amp.

As for what is better - bass or midrange. Huh, well its not up to me, its up to you. What do you like better? Maybe this is a false dichotomy - enough power behind the 805's, well placed and on good stands, and you will hear some tight, loud bass for sure.

Well, it is a simple matter. If you get enough current drive behind those 805 speakers then their bass response will open up and surprise you.

Try borrowing a high power amp from somebody for a little sneak preview.