I need advice on choosing the right amp for a pair of B&W CM8 speakers.
i know that a lot of people recommend Rotel for these speakers, and I am considering the £600 Rotel RA-12. I am also looking at the £1200 Cambridge Azur 851A which is also a powerful amplifier.
Why is Rotel so often recommended for B&W? Is it because of its power compared to the price? Or is the sound match between the two really that superior to other amps?
Do any of you have experience driving the CM8's with the Cambridge amp? How do they match up?
I will demo both amps with the speakers, and I know that my own ears will be the judge, but any experience or advice on choosing an amp for the CM8's is appreciated. I can't get my hands on Roksan or Cyrus where I live - and there are no chances of a demo.
i know that a lot of people recommend Rotel for these speakers, and I am considering the £600 Rotel RA-12. I am also looking at the £1200 Cambridge Azur 851A which is also a powerful amplifier.
Why is Rotel so often recommended for B&W? Is it because of its power compared to the price? Or is the sound match between the two really that superior to other amps?
Do any of you have experience driving the CM8's with the Cambridge amp? How do they match up?
I will demo both amps with the speakers, and I know that my own ears will be the judge, but any experience or advice on choosing an amp for the CM8's is appreciated. I can't get my hands on Roksan or Cyrus where I live - and there are no chances of a demo.