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B&W CM Center vs CM Center 2?

Hello,

I currently have the CM Center paired with some 805S'. The center channel dialogue in a lot of movies still leaves something to be desired.

I am wondering if anybody has experience in upgrading this center channel to a CMC2? I kind of like how the CMC and 805's both have woven-kevlar woofers (CMC2 has paper-kevlar woofers).

Basially, is it worth it to upgrade? My fireplace mantle doesn't have room for anything bigger than the CMC2, so HTMxS is out of the picture fellas.
longhornguy

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longhornguy OP
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Can you elaborate on how it sounds better than the CMC? Does the advantage of the FSR Mid-Range really show through?
longhornguy OP
32 posts
 
I actually love the Emotiva amp. The seperation, soundstage and just 'clearness' of the speakers really comes alive with these amps.

I love the 802D's, it would be my dream to obtain a pair of these when I can upgrade my house to a larger HT!

For the 802's I wouldn't hesitate running XPA-1 monoblocks for each of them. You just can't beat the Emotiva price, warranty and power output combination.

I do like my current CMC and I like how it uses the woven kevlar woofer instead of paper-kevlar woofer.
longhornguy OP
32 posts
 
Very nice set-up! What version do you have of the 802's?

You're correct, since Modia is one of the main B&W dealers (and only one in Houston), the in-home demo is impossible.

Plus, I would prefer to buy it on the used market and not have to BS a salesman to demo the product.

I also forgot to mention that I have my CMC powered by a 200w x3 Emotiva XPA-3 amplifier.

I'm kind of curious to see how the CMC2's mid-range driver and tweeter arrangement would compare to the generice W-T-W of the original CMC.
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