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HELP B&W 802D or Revel Ultima Salon2

Hello everyone. I'm anticipating a speaker upgrade in the not too distant future and I would appreciate any experienced opinions. I have had the opportunity to audition the 802Ds at my local dealer twice in the past week. I can get a pilomotor erection (hair standing up on arms, chills, etc.) even now simply by remembering the experience. Quite an improvement from my current Mythos ST setup. I've finally experienced some of the things I've only read about up to this point!
Now I have to wonder how good it can get at this approx. price point. I've read the reviews on the Ultima Salon2s and wonder if I might be even happier with these.
(I do realize I would need additional amplification to properly drive them)Unfortunately none of the Revel dealers in the Dallas area have any available for audition.
There exists an opportunity to purchase a lightly used pair for about the same as a new pair of 802Ds.
I would especially like to hear from anyone who has experience with both.
Thanks to all in advance.
francodanco

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hifiwolf
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@tubesrule Great question! I recently had the opportunity to hear both the Salon2 and 802D3 back to back - powered by Levinson 536 amp + 519 player.

The Salons sounded invisible, effortless, and natural to me. The 802d3 sounded boomy at the bottom and a bit shrill at the top. The Revel+Levinson synergy is tough to beat. And no, I don't work for Harman :)

My 2¢ - no refunds!
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