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Newbie building modest system ...what amp?

I have a adcom gtp 400, rega rp1 so far with kimber kables for interconnects and speaker cables.

In search of Vandersteen 2ce's.

Looking to spend in the 500-600 range used for a power amp. Then will be on the hunt for a used preamp after that.

Any input would be appreciated.
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samuelg
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Any old Rega, Arcam, or Linn, will do just fine. Dump the adcom as soon ad you can, you won't believe the difference.
ecruz
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I've owned 2ce's, 2ce Signatures and 3a Signatures. I'd look for a McCormack DNA .5 Absolutely perfect match for Vandersteens. You may be able to find a DNA 1.0 in your price range and it does have more power, but I've always found the DNA .5 to be slightly smoother in the treble.
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+1 for McCormack DNA 0.5 (or 1.0).
exocet954
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A used Belles 150A Hot Rod amp with a tube preamp into Vandersteens is a classic combination.
unsound
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McCormack.
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