Quote Originally Posted by RushM3
Well, it turns out that since my last trip to my local audio specialist B&W has discontinued the CDM9NT. I had the chance to audition a pair of 703's instead against the Thiel 1.6. The 703 managed to reproduce a much fuller sound overall, but seemed a shade bright. The Thiels were all about precision. In my listening to some classical guitar, I could sit back, close my eyes, and see exactly what the musician was doing with his hands in my mind.

Now, I'm not trying to turn this into a speaker review; I do realize that there's a section for that. But one concern that rises is the lack of bass the Thiel produces. If I were to be listening to classical guitar night and day, I'd make my decision at the drop of a hat. Knowing that these are for home theater use, I am somewhat leary about getting the Thiels without an adequate sub to match.

And in further development, I didn't get the time to audition any amps other than the Naim equipment that was used to produce this sound. I was, however, recommended the Rotel RSX-1055 to take care of the pre-amp, amp, and receiver all in one tight package, which I don't think is too bad of an idea. Except I find myself wavering now between the 1055 and 1065 as I may use the amp in a larger room with larger speakers someday.

As far as DVD player goes, I have yet to do extensive testing, but by the spec sheet, I've grown to like the Rotel RDV-1060.
I as well found the B&W a tadd bright for my taste.....if you think they lack bass your option is to add a sub. Don't worry about next door what they will think and hear you can make so many adjustments to the sub and bass management that I dont see it being a problem unless...... your walls are paper thin and you can hear your neighbor sneeze....