Well, I just got myself a pair of BC1's. [Extremely good condition.]
Wasn't cheap. Had to use my B&W DM4's and Celestial Ditton 15's and some cash, but then the two mentioned speakers were actually only stepping stones to finally acquiring the Spendors so it had to be done.
Now the mission is to find an amp to suit. Even though I have a collection of amps here, I don't think any of them come up to the standard the BC1's deserve that I've read so much about.
I have a Luxman LV-103 [hybrid], JBL SA660, Onkyo Integra DTR-7.4, a DIY 6x EL84 tube amp, A&R Cambridge A60, Phase Linear 400 II, Phase Linear 700 II, Crown D150 and a T-Amp.
Of everything there, the 6x EL84 sounds the 'nicest', but obviously way under powered, and I'm certainly not going to be hooking up ANY Phase Linears in a hurry, that's for sure.
There is a Quad 303 that's come up for grabs recently, and 'some' say that would suit nicely, but I just don't know enough about them from any personal experience.
Any help with suggestions, keeping in mind, my finances are starting to dwindle, would be immensely appreciated. Also keep in mind I'm in Australia, and some things are harder to source down under for respectable prices.
Anyway, nice to know there's a Spendor thread here at AK. It's been fascinating reading and I'm indebted to all the contributors....
Cheers all,
Woofer.