Speakers for Dk design VS-1 Reference mk2


Putting together new system for small library. Picked up DK integrated amp and Rega Planet CDP. Have my eye on a pair of B&W 805 (either N805 or 805S), but I am concerned that the B&Ws might want more power than the DK has to offer (150 WPC at 8 ohm). Any other speaker recommendations that are comparable to B&W but mayber a bit more efficient -- or are my concerns about driving the B&Ws overstated? Listening to variety of musical styles (classical, jazz, vocal rock) at low to moderate volume. Thanks.
jeffreybowman2k
always made me curious how and why someone gets an amp first and then shops for speakers. I think it should be other way around - speakers first, then amp.

Having said that, I am pretty certain that 150w/ch into 8ohms should be enough to drive the 805s. I was driving my N803s with a McCormack DNA-0.5 Deluxe, which is 100w/ch. 150w/ch should do. And if you get the B&Ws, make sure to biwire. otherwise, they won't sound their best.
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The distributor for DK auditions it with Von Schweikert VR-4JR's. I listened to the JR's with quite a few different amplifiers (better amplifiers IMO) but there was some sort of synergy with teh DK.

Good luck!
Your DK amp has more than enough power to drive the B&W 805 speakers. I have used the DK amp both stock and modified in the past with many different speakers with much success. It will have no problem with the B&W 805. Good luck.