Vandy Owner needs help

I would go to a Paradigm dealer and ask to listen to the Active20's. They don't need an amplifier because it is already built into the speaker. That is also very beneficial to the sound. You can sell your amp and also put that towards the purchase of the speakers. I think they retail for about $1600. You can probably get a deal and get them cheaper. But with the money you get for selling your amp that should put you up to the $1600 you'll need. Go to www.paradigm.com and read the reviews. I think you'll love these speakers. I have owned and loved Vandy's also so I know where you're coming from. Good Luck

Try the Alon Petite. It fits all your criteria, and has that same sweet rightness that the 2ce has, but with better resolution and a more extended top end. The Petite will have less bass warmth but better articulation and phenominal imaging. I owned them both, and drove them both with the same amp for a while.

I would look into some of the offerings from Castle Acoustics. Very pleasant sounding and somewhat rich ala the Vandersteen sound. I was pretty impressed with the full but not bloated bottom end on these, especially given the size. Specifically, i listened to a set of the Richmonds, but i'd assume that some of their other models sound similar. I think that the Richmonds list for about $500, but i've seen brand new ones ( possibly store demo's ) go for about $400. Sean
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You've got to listen to the Spendor 3/5's. In a small room they will make you forget you ever had the vandy's. Magical midrange. Used price is $600-750.

I agree with Sean on the Castle Richmonds. You may also want to take a look @ their Pembroke model wich is a slim floor stander with a small foot print. This will give you more bass and a cleaner look (sans stands).