06-Sep-2015, 16:24
Hi Stigmater
I have been using a D200 to drive 802Ds for nearly two years. These are, I think, from the series before your Diamonds but my experience may be of interest.
I have tried a D400 a couple of times, and the most recent experience has convinced me that the big B&Ws benefit from the extra power. While my D200 easily beats my previous amplifiers with the B&Ws, the D400 takes it much further - more detail and space, even better dynamics and tighter bass. I haven't upgraded to the D400 yet, but I think it is highly likely that I will as I consider the improvement worth the cost. As ledesc says above, your dealer should let you borrow a D200 companion to try.
I can't say that the D400 made any difference to the brightness of the treble. One thing to consider is how you have your speakers positioned. I have mine facing straight into the room, not facing in towards the listener. This gives me a vary natural sound with excellent imaging and no emphasis on the treble.
I have been using a D200 to drive 802Ds for nearly two years. These are, I think, from the series before your Diamonds but my experience may be of interest.
I have tried a D400 a couple of times, and the most recent experience has convinced me that the big B&Ws benefit from the extra power. While my D200 easily beats my previous amplifiers with the B&Ws, the D400 takes it much further - more detail and space, even better dynamics and tighter bass. I haven't upgraded to the D400 yet, but I think it is highly likely that I will as I consider the improvement worth the cost. As ledesc says above, your dealer should let you borrow a D200 companion to try.
I can't say that the D400 made any difference to the brightness of the treble. One thing to consider is how you have your speakers positioned. I have mine facing straight into the room, not facing in towards the listener. This gives me a vary natural sound with excellent imaging and no emphasis on the treble.
GorbeSE/SME 309/DV XX-2 & Roon Rock (NUC) > D400 > Wilson Benesch Vectors