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Integrated Amp for Vandersteens

I currently have a pair of Vandersteen 1Bs that I hope to replace soon with Vandy 2Ce Signatures. Before that, though, I need to replace my old receiver and am looking at integrated amps. Based on reviews, I'm considering the Arcam A85, Creek 5350, Musical Fidelity A3, and Rotel RA 1070. Though at a different price point, the NAD C370 has also been recommended. HT is not a consideration. I listen mostly to classical music in a room that is 15 x 24. Any thoughts or recommendations?

Thanks.

Don
revnmr
vtvu
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I used the Acurus DIA-150 to drive the Vandy 2Ce with good results. Can be had on the used market for around $500-$600 which is a steal for such a good remote unit.
Good luck
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kotta
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I've owned many solid-state int. amps over the years from
Arcam's (Alpha 10/5+), Naim Nait 5, Bryston B-60R, Nad , etc., and all have not given me the musical satisfaction that I've been looking for until I decided to try tube hybrid int. amps out. First I bought the little Jolida 30w. 301. For the $, unbeatable for the kind of sound it produces. Lately, I bought a Kora "Explorer SI-90" which is just absolutely fantastic. None of the SS amps I ever tried sounded so good to my ears. I highly recommend you find a dealer which will allow you to audition within your system. I'm pretty sure this would be a good match-up w/the Vandersteen's. (I owned the 1b's for a while. Nice spk.) Just something to consider. Bill
coouugar
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Before you purchase the Vandersteen 2Ce's signatures check out the 3A's, I had 2Ce's before and the 3A's are huge improvement over the 2Ce's.

Steve.
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