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Vandersteen 2CE's

I am looking at purchasing a pair of used 2CE's and was wondering if I can use any of the equipment I have, or should I be looking for a new amp setup? And if so, seperates or integrated?

I have a Rotel RB-985 MKII and a Sony TA-E9000es that was previously used with the Rotel.

This is my first step up so any suggestions would be most appreciated.
wyldelee
kmulkey
173 posts
 
The sensitivity of the 2CE's is in the high 80's, 86 or so. You'll need some power to get em running at their best. I'm running a 200 watt Anthem amp and it's just enuff. How much power in the Rotel?
wyldelee OP
1 posts
 
Thanks for your answers so far. I really want to do right by the Vandersteens since this is my first step up.

The Rotel is 5x100. It was suggested by a friend that a NAD c372 might be an alternative?
tpsonic
1,092 posts
 
Keep an eye out for a well priced McCormack DNA-1 amp or one of it's incarnations.These amps put out about 175W/ch.Have heard this combo and it is very good.
narrod
1,064 posts
 
100 WPC will drive them fine if the room is not too large.
More power is, of course, usually better. I don't think 200 watts is essential unless you play them really, really loud.
kmulkey
173 posts
 
You should be OK with the Rotel. In my experience, they seem to like more power, and quality power (McCormack).
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