804s vs. N802 dilemma

[sprakash]

Hi everyone,
I am in the upgrade mode and like some others here, am trying to decide between the outgoing Nautilus series vs. the incoming ones.
Currently I have N804, HTM1 for the fronts, 602s for the rear, and an SVS sunwoofer, driven by a Bryston 9BST and a Meridian 565 pre/pro.
Usage is 90% movied, 10% music.
Room size is roughly 28'x18', sitting about 15' from the front speakers.

I can upgrade to 804S + HTM3S for about $1200.
Then the dealer threw this in - upgrade the N804 to N802 for 2600.

I have never really auditioned the 802 so I would appreciate if some of the more experienced people can help me with some suggestions.
Also - since movies is the main criteria, would it be better to apply the funds towards upgrading the pre/pro?

TIA,
SP

[sikoniko]

I have only heard the 802 in a 2 channel setting. It is definately an amazing speaker. If you can swing it, I would recommend that upgrade. A speaker like that will actually make you more interested in listening to music. I heard a pair at my dealers shop on an 180W Krell amp and was blown away, so Im sure they only sound better on higher rated amps.

[sprakash]

Thanks sikoniko.
Unfortunately my dealer does not have any N802 set up to listen. I will try and see if their other local branches have a pair to listen to.
I am definitely tempted to get the (old) (almost) top-of-the-line vs. new technology but lower end model. And I love the marlan mid-range sphere.
Also, there is less discount (than usual that they give me as a regular speaker upgrader) since these are brand new models.
All of these factors weigh in for the N802. Now all I need to make sure is that I still get the one year upgrade policy my dealer has.
Maybe next year I can think of the 'D' and by then maybe get the usual discount from them.
;-) Honey, could you get me a 'diamond' for our anniversary this year? I got 'em for you last year.

Cheers,
SP

[DanR]

Not really a dilemma if you've heard the 802's.