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Best amp to drive B&W N805's

I believe I've narrowed it down to two, the Magnum Dynalab MD208 (100wpc) and the Plinius 8200 (original version, 175 wpc). I'm leaning towards the MD208 but I am somewhat concerned if 100 wpc will drive the 805's to the levels that I sometimes listen to. Thanks in advance for any input.
muskrat
gustavog
36 posts
 
You did not mention the size of your listening room. My Arcam A32's 100Ws are fine with the N805s on a small to medium sized room. As long as the amp can provide enough current for peaks it is fine.
muskrat OP
6 posts
 
My listening room is around 22' X 18'.
vikvilkhu
154 posts
 
i have heard people have success with Musical Fidelity produts with B&W in addition some inmates over at aa have used CJ gear. SOmething to think about I suppose...
-Vik
jrwr7
211 posts
 
Hey Y'all,

The match made in heaven is B&W and Krell. I can honestly say that I have never heard the N series sound better than when Krell powers them. I have owned both and had different power amps pushing the N805 on other occasions in my home and I can't explain it but the Krell always matched up better. Who knew?.......John
bigkidz
1,784 posts
 
I have a Kinergetics KBA-75 Class A amp that will blow those amps out of the water.

Send me an email if you are interested.

Peter
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