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Best Amplification for B&W 802D

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I'm new to audiophile systems, and I don't want to become an expert. I just want it to sound good. I've been slowly building my system. I have a set of 802Ds, an 800 series center channel and CM5's for my rear channels. They sound like hell with my Denon AVR 3805. The center channel is too bright. There is virtually zero base response in the 802Ds and the highs can be painful. So, I'm looking to upgrade the amplification system. The local stereo salesman is recommending an Anthem MCA Amp ($2,800) and an Integra DHC-40-2 processor ($1,800). Any advice? I'm a single Mom and this is at the extreme of my price range. Will the system sound good if I add these components? My computer stereo system sounds better right now.
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realhifi
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What on earth possesed you to purchase a pair of B&W 802's?
Superb speaker but not really a great match with surround sound receivers. BUT, you should be getting a LOT better sound from them than your computer speakers.
I'm going to guess that there are some screwed up settings on your receiver. If that doesn't work then look at replacing receiver with either a big Rotel receiver or seperates.
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