B&W Nautilus 803's versus 804's and 802's


any opinions on the above 3 speakers. I like the sound of the 804's but want a LITTLE more bottom end and a LITTLE
more soundstaging. I found the 802's too big for my room. I'm sitting back about 9 feet from the speakers. The 802's mid range was clearer, there was more bottom end and more dynamics but I felt it was a little too much for how close I was to the speakers. I think the 802's are great if you have the room and can sit back far enough to really enjoy them.
jeffc

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The 803's will give you what you want, maybe you should buy the sub later. Those 804's and 3's will still need a strong amp, say 100W. or more per channel minimum. There is a real difference between the 4's and the 3's. I prefered the 805's to the 804's, but liked the 803's even more. Size and budget lead me to the 805's with a REL Strata III sub. What amplification do you have?
Sugarbrie is right. I bought the B&W stands that were made for them, but have heard that there may be a few superior alternatives. They just looked right to me. I have a sort of 40's/2002 style in my living room, and the semi "Bauhaus" design of the B&W stands fit right in.