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Wilson Sophia 2 vs B&W 802d

I am close to purchasing a set of Wilson Sophia 2's. I have embraced Home Theater on a limited basis using B&W 804s,B&W HTM3s, and Quad ESL-63's on the front. I enjoyed the set-up but, since music is 80%vs HT 20% I have elected to upgrade the front two channels and just go with a 2 channel HT for the moment. Since my processor allows phantom center with shifting to L/R of center channel, 2 channel is very appealing.

I believe the Wilson's are very musical and very detailed at lower volume levels.

Do you think the Wilson's will retain as much value as the 802d's on the used market?

Does anyone have any differing opinions on the selection of the Sophia 2's over the B&W 802d's? Thanks in advance
jetusmc

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jetusmc OP
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I have the opportunity to purchase either speaker at the same price. Thank You for your feedback.
jetusmc OP
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I know what you mean about the decision. The more you solicit advice, the more advice you receive and have to process. On the B&W forum on another website a fellow has a great thread going on the 803d's. You may want to check it out.

I am leaning heavily towards the Sophia II's but the 803d is a great speaker
jetusmc OP
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http://www.htguide.com/forum/showthread.php4?t=19095....I hope posting this link is permissible...If not, I guess you will never see it.
jetusmc OP
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Well, I took the plunge and took delivery of my New Wilson Sophia MK2 tonight. I very excited about setting them up in the morning.

I really appreciate everyone's input and I am sure each one has there strengths and weaknesses. The decision basically was made by limiting my selection to speakers that were stocked by a dealer I have known for thirty years Thanks Again
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