Odyssey Khartago and Vandersteen 2

What version of the 2's do you have?

I have the 2ce speakers. I bought everything back in the mid 90's, I don't switch very often.

You may want to look into having your 2's upgraded to Signature 1 status. (Its not possible to upgrade to Sig 2.) I have the Sig 2's but have owned the sig1's as well and the difference is not that big. They easily compete with speakers that cost a lot more.

Just to clarify, as far as bi wiring goes, I was referring to a external (double) bi wire. Thats where you run 2 separate sets of speaker cables. A single bi wire is when the conductors are split up internally. Single is by far the most common. I'm not sure which type you have, thats why I mention it again.

If you end up getting a new amp, I would suggest that you listen to a few different options. I tried McCormack and thought it was OK. The Vandersteen's are very revealing and brought out the good and the bad of what the McCormack had to offer. I would opt for something else.

Upgrading to Sig. II sounds like the best option. Maybe I can get $4-500 for my speakers.

Yes, they're internally bi-wired. I have two runs of Audioquest Slate I can use. I'm using the internal bi-wire for convenience, I'm in a wheelchair.

Someone told me to get rid of the YBA stuff and look at an Ayre AX-7 integrated, it's suppose to work good with Vandersteens.

I have Vandersteen 3A Sigs with Kimber 12TC true bi-wire. I've heard the Ayre with Vandersteen and it's a great combo for sure. Check out the review of the Ayre Integrated in latest Stereophile. For my Vandersteens I'm using Red Dragon M-500 mono block Class D amps with ARC SP 16 preamp. Gobs of power, great sound, reasonably priced.

One day I'd like to try the Ayre gear though.