Best Amp for Timbre, Depth and Spatial Resolution?

Paul and Charles +1. I also feel the same as you Charles.

Having said that I disagree with Bo WHEN it comes to the LACK of the B&W 800-802 D series speakers to have a 3D stage, width and depth. Besides owning a pair, I have heard them in MANY different systems and WHEN set up properly, per Paul's post, they have a fine 3D stage, etc.

Also Bo seems to go out of his way to bash B&W wherever and whenever he can. Bo, the latest D series has a total upgrade to the parts, including wiring, of the crossover.
I have heard the speaker brand you tout and while it is a fine speaker, IMHO, it is not any better then the brand you criticize.

Johnmc67- I own a pair of B&W 802D. I have spent many hours and years looking for the right amp. About a year ago I found what I feel is one of a few worth owning, the Veritas by Merrill Audio. However it is beyond your stated budget. But just in the last few days the Merrill has announced an entry level amp. It is the Thor made by Merrill Audio. It lists for $4,000 per pair but he is running deals on it for a limited time so it can be had for less. It is based on a trickle down tech of the Ncore amps.

I have not heard it yet but hope to sometime after the RMAF show next week. I believe Merrill will have them setup at the show if you live nearby and can make it. On aside he will be pairing the Veritas with a pair of TED E1 speakers and Andrew from Pioneer might assist in the setup. I wish I could be able to hear that combo.

Also there was someone on the Audio Circle selling his Veritas because he is going with an all active setup.