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Am I the only one who thinks B&W is mid-fi?
As a very happy owner of N 805's I would like to add a few thoughts to this discussion. B&W speakers have always evoked emotional responses from people who consider themselves "audiophiles". For better or worse everyone seems to have an opinio... 
What's driving your 805's
I am driving my N 805's with a Linn Klout amp and a BAT VK30SE, using all FMS cables. Very sweet combination. These speakers have an lot of potential if you take the time to match your components to them!By the way the sub is a Velodyne HGS-12. 
Tube for BAT Pre-amp
Skip all the above and start saving for the SE upgrade. You will not believe the difference! The SE upgrade will transform and make a huge change to the sound. 
BAT VK-3i / BAT VK-30 or Herron VTSP-1A pre amp
I have been running a VK 30SE for about a year. Definately worth the upgrade. I agree with some comments pertaining to using good cables. The company is fantastic with customer service. Can't say enough good things about it. 
Amps for 805's
I run my N805's with a Linn Klout amp and a BAT VK 30SE preamp. My CD player is a Arcam CD-23 FMJ. I have had many friendly audiophiles comment on the quality of my system. Most important, it makes me want to listen, without any fatigue. Imaging, ... 
The best CD Player for the money
I would like to weight in by suggesting on the Arcam cd-23 FMJ. Incredable performance for about 2K. I have mine on a set of symposium rollerblocks. Great resolution, detail, and imaging. 
Ensemble Cables? Anyone Use them?
I purchased 3 Ensemble power cords and have been pleased with their sound and build quality. 
Best single-malt Scotch...
A few favorites come to mind. Aberlour 25 and Aberlour A'bunadh. The Aberlour 25 is the smoothest single malt I have tasted to date. The A'bunadh has intense fruity flavors, a long finish and a slight honey and spice finish. 
New Speaker Cable for New System
Find a dealer who sells FMS cables. I am using them with my Nautilus 805s. For a small mini monitor I do not think a better cable exists! 
Need some help choosing speakers.......
I would give a pair of B&W 805N a try. They have a 90 db efficiency rating and not that fussy to set up. Although, I am not sure about placing them on a bookshelf.