I also prefer to sound of B&W's 800 Series Speakers to Sonus Faber (and most others). The B&Ws with music, sound more realistic to me. Especially non-electric instruments and female vocals they just sound more real. B&Ws really shine with live-recorded acoustic music. This is their sweet-spot.
B&W N803 or Signature 805?
This is my 2nd posting as my first somehow didn't come out.
I am well aware that this is an unfair comparison with the N803 being a floorstand and the S805 as a standmound. However, if given the opportunity, which would you choose? I am looking to upgrade my Sonus Faber Grand Pianos to either one of the two mentioned as I preferred the B&W house sound more than the former.
I would be most grateful if anyone who had heard both speakers would chime in and give your opinions. I currently have deals on both speakers and a purchase would be imminent.
I am well aware that this is an unfair comparison with the N803 being a floorstand and the S805 as a standmound. However, if given the opportunity, which would you choose? I am looking to upgrade my Sonus Faber Grand Pianos to either one of the two mentioned as I preferred the B&W house sound more than the former.
I would be most grateful if anyone who had heard both speakers would chime in and give your opinions. I currently have deals on both speakers and a purchase would be imminent.