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  • jroman
    Junior Member
    • May 2005
    • 1

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    N804s or 703s? Please help!

    Hi. I am new to the forum, but have owned smaller B&Ws for nearly 5 years now.

    Due to a move, it is time to upgrade to bigger speakers.

    I can get both the (old) N804 or the (new) 703 for about the same price from a local dealer. I am concerned about the lack of bass on the N804, but I believe it is considered to be a better all around speaker. I listened to the 703s and really like them, too.

    I like both. Please help with your opinions. I am using a Sony 777ES amp for now, with a 777ES cd/dvd player. My usage is evenly split between home theatre and 2 channel audio, although quality of 2 channel audio is much, much more important to me than home theatre. (I know either speaker will do well with stupid home theatre use).

    Your opinions will be appreciated. Thank you.
  • csuzor
    Senior Member
    • Nov 2004
    • 413

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    jroman, there are plenty of threads with this discussion, search through old threads:


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