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| surround processor? Agree with Vinylshadow on the Classe SSP 800. The Classe Sigma SSP, that I have, was a newer, and less expensive model when it came out. However, it also has a great DAC for 2 channel. The SSP 800 is a better choice if you prioritize multi chann... | |
| surround processor? A good option would be to get a used Classe Sigma SSP MKii (if you can find one as they are out of production). The 2 channel function is based on the highly rated Classe CP 800 preamp. There are probably better options if your focus is 7.1, but i... | |
| B&W speakers sounding very harsh? I use a Classe delta series amp with my B&W speakers and they sound great together. I think Rotel, although good for the money, has a reputation to be bright. A lot of people like to pair B&W speakers wit McIntosh amps as well. | |
| Bowers and Wilkins 800 Series Discontinued? Yep, I agree. I have the 802d3’s and find them very balanced. I know a lot of people disliked the old yellow Kevlar mid range on the prior series. I think those could possibly sound bright at times if improper or weak amplification was used. | |
| Adding Home Theater To 2 Channel System Yes, in a perfect world, 2 separate systems is the way to go. For some people, this is not always practical due to cost and/or space issues, I am a 2 channel guy, but love listening to my many Blu-ray concerts that sound much more spacious in 5.1 | |
| Adding Home Theater To 2 Channel System I am using a Classe Sigma processor that I can put in digital bypass when playing 2 channel music with my Lumin T2 streamer. In bypass mode, the full analog signal bypasses all processing and the Classe acts as a good analog preamp. Gives me the... | |
| Can a Classe SSP replace a dedicated stereo pre? Agree with jakesnack. You will be happy with the 2 channel performance of the Classe Sigma SSP. Although there might other options for home theatre processing, I am more than happy with the 5.1 surround sound quality as well. | |
| Bobby Whitlock on All Things Must Pass. Yes those albums were remixed by Giles Martin. | |
| Can a Classe SSP replace a dedicated stereo pre? @jakesnap. Actually the Classe uses a Wolfson 8741 chip. | |
| Can a Classe SSP replace a dedicated stereo pre? I have the Classe Sigma SSP Mkii and am really happy with it. I am primarily 2 channel but have a 5.1 system for music concerts and movies. I don’t want anything more than 5.1, but it can handle 7.1. The DAC is excellent, but I have recently been ... | |
| Fort Wayne, IN Hello Scottdog,I would love to hear about your system. I have B&W speakers, Classe amps and prepro, and JL Audio sub. Pretty happy in Fort Wayne. | |
| B&W 803 vs. 804 You picked up a 19 year old thread that discussed B&W speakers from several generations ago. The latest series (d3), are much more expensive. | |
| B&W HTM1D3 vs HTM2D3 I appreciate the offer, but I ended up trading in my HTM2 for the HTM1 in Rosewood. | |
| Upgraded amp for B&W 802d3 Thanks everyone for sharing your vast knowledge. I did not realize class A amps made so much difference. I will look into all the amps suggested. | |
| B&W 802 d3 vs 803 d3 Yeah, I did not plan very well. I had the 804d2’s for about 5 years when I upgraded to the 803D3 in 2016. The 804’s I purchased were dealer floor models and got them for a good price. I did take a bit of a hit on my 803’s, however. The 802’s ... |