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Old 11-08-2017, 07:49 PM
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I have not heard the combination, but I'd bet those 2301 tubes would make magic with those diamond tweeters, and their liquid midrange.
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Old 11-09-2017, 02:41 AM
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McIntosh is a great match to B&W and I have that combo in one system. But I am also really satisfied from Marantz PM-11S3. I have two integrated driving 802D3 in bi-amp mode with excellent results. Bi-amp really has audible benefits. If I were you I would try bi-amp with the new Marantz PM-10.
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Here is a link of a set up similar to what I am proposing https://youtu.be/MkGVNBbHTK0
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Burmester 911 Mk3, to be had at around 10K € second hand (audio-markt.de).
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Thanks everyone; it seems like Mcintosh is a good match amongst others. The trick is to audition great amps with my speakers, my B&W dealer don’t sell any of the above mentioned brands so I have to see if I am able to borrow from other dealers here in Sweden.
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McIntosh is a great match to B&W and I have that combo in one system. But I am also really satisfied from Marantz PM-11S3. I have two integrated driving 802D3 in bi-amp mode with excellent results. Bi-amp really has audible benefits. If I were you I would try bi-amp with the new Marantz PM-10.


Thanks very much; would you say that biamping stereo amps is superior to monoamps?
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Old 11-09-2017, 06:11 AM
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Thanks very much; would you say that biamping stereo amps is superior to monoamps?
It really depends on what amps are you comparing. With the Maratnz option of using 2 integrated amps in bi-amp you save on an external preamp, one power cord and one interconnect and you get extra clarity, easier music delivery, ideal stereo separation and the convenience​ of using one remote only. The PM-10 was developed with using 800 D3 as a reference speaker. If I was in your place and with your budget, I would go with that option. It will also allow space to upgrade speakers later and move to 802 or 800 without any problem. Plus if you are considering a source also...take a look at the matching SA-10.
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McIntosh and B&W have really good synergy. I’d at least consider the MC452 or a pair of MC601 monoblocks.
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I love this idea best however the speakers don't "need" that much power. I found the MC252 was plenty adequate. When I doubled the power it added about nothing, as the salesmen had said. Still, two big mono blocks can make one feel best.
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Does your dealer sell Bryston? I’m running 14B for my 802N. Yes, older speakers, and they sound fantastic!
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Does your dealer sell Bryston? I’m running 14B for my 802N. Yes, older speakers, and they sound fantastic!


Thanks for hour input; another dealer sells Bryston and 7B or 14B should be on my list I think
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