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I have the opportunity to purchase a pair of B&W 702s 2 speakers at dealer cost. Approximately 1/2 of retail. My current speakers are KEF R3s with the R400B sub. I have been thinking of a speaker up grade. I have not heard the B&W yet. Does anyone have any experience with these, and do you think it would be a substantial upgrade. My amp is a Yamaha AS2100. I play mostly vinyl on a VPI Prime with a VDH special cartridge. I listen to a little of everything but mostly jazz and classic rock. I wasn't really shopping, but this fell in my lap.
Any input appreciated.
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chasda OP
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egr1953
Ironically, I purchased the Yamaha in the same manor. I was able to get it through a friend for dealer cost. I am very happy with it. Where I live, there are very few audio dealers. Best Buy is my only choice within 50 miles, its hard to actually demo a lot of gear. Most of my purchases have been through connections, so far I've done ok.
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chasda OP
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I'm sure the Magico A3 would be great, 
12K that's pricey. I'm sure a big upgrade.
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chasda OP
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I didn't mention that I was offered these B&W speakers by a friend who owns an AV business that does everything from theaters to home automation. One of his deals fell through and he has these sitting in his warehouse. I can only choose from the brands that he deals with.. He also can get me Focal at dealer cost, but I'd have to order the model I want. I was thinking of ordering the 948s if I don't take the B&W, but I'd like to try and hear them. Once I order them, I own them. 
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