Upgrade to B&W 804 D4 Speakers

I don’t know about the D4 variant, my 804s are 20 y/o. I agree with the fact that they are power hungry. Recently I went bi-amp (all tube) and the result was night and day. They now sound the way I’d always wished they would, and I can now balance the low end to the point where I don’t even use my sub anymore.

@bzawa I don't think the 804 is a useful product. The 805 + two DB4S will give you more full mid-bass and lower extension for much less. You can use the app to pair them.

@speedysteve4 mid-bass output on the 702 can give my 802 a run for the money, better in some respect to tightness. The 804 is not on the same level. Below 40Hz, even the 802 could use help from subs.

Have you spent time listening to the B&Ws?  I get the look love.  I’ve auditioned several of their towers and standmounts because of the looks but moved on because I didn’t care for the sound long term.  I didn’t see the details on the size of your room but if you have the space I would go with Arendal 1528s with that budget.  You can buy, listen for 60 days and return for free in the US if you’re not satisfied. recommend working with a local retailer or manufacturer with a reasonable return policy so you can audition the speakers in your room with your equipment listening to the music you know my heart and love to be sure and avoid FOMO. 

Hello everyone 

Thanks so much for all the responds. Very much appreciated. I was looking at the B&Ws based on my perception of the brand, price and appearance. I didn't realize the importance of speaker/amp compatibility. All of your advice is very helpful. Any other speaker recommendations ($10,000 - $15,000) that would work well with the Dark Cronus Magnum? 

Thanks again

It would narrow things greatly if you could share what specific improvements you’re looking for, what sound characteristics are most important to you, and are you open to used?