Opinion on B&W Signature Diamond please!

[wenrhuang]

First, I am located in Los Angeles, I can read, but not type Mandarin on my computer, so I can only use English to post my thread. This is my first post.

I am currently using Dynaudio C1s, I was looking to upgrade to floor standing speakers. I got a opportunity to buy a pair of B&W Signature Diamond from out of state at a very attractive price, I am tempted, but could not audition them. I am not sure if the Signature Diamond, which is a small two way not unlike my C1, would provide worthwhile upgrade over the C1. I remember there was a pair of Signature Diamond listed for sale at MY-HIEND, I would like to seek opinion from those who have auditioned this speaker. Thanks in advance for any suggestion!

[Leo Yeh]

you mean 40th signature, it depends on what kind of sound you like. They are quite different in look and sound.

[wenrhuang]

Yes, the 4oth Signature. I do not think most audiophiles like its appearance, however, I think it may fit my modern furnishing quite well, except that it maybe a bit small and short than my ideal.

I listen to all kind of music, in particular, classical music---especially smaller scale chamber music----iis my favorite. Re my system, it consists of Linn Klimax Kontrol II preamp, Linn Klimax Chakra Twin amp, Orpheus Zero transport, Orpheus One SE DAC, and Dynaudio C1.

[Leo Yeh]

The appearance of 40th is very suitable for your room, but about the sound, I don't think there is a big difference when you change to 40th.

Have you ever listen to B&W before?

[wenrhuang]

Yes, I had a pair of B&W N805s, and I thought their tweeters were too hot for my taste. I listened to the 800D in shows and like them, but I have never had the chance to audition the Signature Diamond.

[Leo Yeh]

Ok, I think that will be fine for you changing to 40th now if you could get a good price.
The reason is 40th is easier to be drived than 800D, and since that you like diamond tweeter.

[wenrhuang]

Thanks for your input!! I will give it some more thoughts.