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Best speakers For ARC VT100MKII

Here is a broad question but I thought I would post it and see what everyone has to say: I have been upgrading my system this year but my final quest is still for the right speaker.
I have an ARC VT100MKII (100watts per ch) paired with a LS25MKII and CD3MKII. Transparent super Bi-Cable with Transparent Bal IC's and power cable. I tried the Vandersteen 3A sig, just didn't work in my room. Considering the B&W 804D's, but concerned that I do not have enough power. I don't listen at extreme volumes but I don't want hear the amp strain or run out of headroom. Currently using my old Martin Logan Aeons which sound great but looking for a bit "bigger" sound and more more on par with the rest of gear.
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vdosc
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darkj
150 posts
 
I'm hardly an expert, but I'll second the pairing of the ARC VT-100 Mk II with the Acoustic Zen Adagio. Really lovely.
gmorris
351 posts
 
Vdose:

I have a similar combination of componenta (see my system on line). The VT100MKII will sound great with a number of speakers. It matches well with the magnepans (1.7, 3.5, 3.6). The B&W 803D would also be a good match. My room is medium sized (15.5x26x8.5). I love the VT100NKII: great midrange, very dynamic and very good bass, with crystal clear treble.
stickman451
553 posts
 
I would second these:

Magnepan 3.6's or the new 3.7's. You can get a great deal on a used pair here on AudioGon. I'm not 100% sure how well the VT100 will drive the 3'6s - they like lots of current... but, it would be an interesting test.

A better choice I think would be one of the Wilson models; again, very good used ones can be had here on Audiogon and any of their lower level models would be an easy load and good match for the VT100...
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