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Best preamplifier, amplifier for B&W 800 Diamond
The biggest Pass Labs, Brystons, or Accuphase. McIntosh too. Those 800s need raw power! 
B&W N802: Which amp??
Thanks! As to which brand...so many out there. But, get an amp that "doubles down." For example, 600W into 8, 1200W into 4, 2400W into 2.You can't go wrong with these behemoths.http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/power-amplifiers/1479-pass-labs-x10005-... 
TECHNICS SL1200 MKII.......THE REAL FACTS
Well, I say leave well enough alone. How much improvement do these tweaks really give you in performance? 
Designer Hall of Fame
Billy Woodman-ATCChris Russell-Bryston 
B&W N802: Which amp??
The most powerful amp you can buy and afford...B&Ws need juice! 
Preamp for my Accuphase A-45 power amplifier
I wouldn't discount an Accuphase preamp. They are very good sounding and well built. Plus they have a lot of features. Try one and see. 
TECHNICS SL1200 MKII.......THE REAL FACTS
I dunno, I like my 1210M5G as is, bone stock without tweeks. It sounds great to me. The secret imo, is the quality of the cartridge. I'm running a Audio-Technica AT150MLX MM cart, and it's pretty damn good. 
Proper tracking force for the AT 150 MLX
I tried the 1.5g VTF. It does in fact sound better! 
Amp recommendations for Tannoy Canterbury SE
You're welcome, Wilfredt. Good luck with everything. 
Emotiva amplifiers review/experience?
Ok, thanks for the info. 
Emotiva amplifiers review/experience?
Well, I see your point. However, Bryston publishes their schematics on their website for all to see. So, just maybe Emotiva "learned" from that. 
Amplifiers:A Keeper for Life. Do you know of one ?
I guess FM Acoustics. I used to have a 611. I'm kinda sorry I sold it. Because now the prices are way outta my reach. I was able to buy a new car and pay rent for a year, lol. Oh well, c'est la vie. 
Proper tracking force for the AT 150 MLX
I track mine at 1.3. Not too many skips here, so it tracks very well overall. I maybe should try 1.5 as Audiofiel suggested. I also have the Technics 1210M5G. 
My Final Amplifier Purchase - What Would You Buy?
Tough question...in that price range, Pass Labs or Bryston. 
Emotiva amplifiers review/experience?
Aren't the Emotiva's cheap Bryston knock-offs? I read that somewhere...