Greetnings,
I believe that all current Vandy subs work on the same principle; they should be set up identically as regards the connections to source.
Since the design of the X-2 crossover is such that it's supposed to be inserted in line BETWEEN the preamp and power amp, I'd be cautious not to simply stick it on the end the chain, after the receiver.
However, I believe that if you were to use the preamp outs on the receiver, and obtain a separate power amp, it should work. It would then be properly placed inbetween receiver's pre outs and amp.
Obtaining a power amp would do you well; it would improve your sound of the main speakers (the Arcam would make a fine preamp), and it would allow you to add the Vandy sub or even two.
For further details I'm sure Vandersteen's company would be happy to answer questions.
I believe that all current Vandy subs work on the same principle; they should be set up identically as regards the connections to source.
Since the design of the X-2 crossover is such that it's supposed to be inserted in line BETWEEN the preamp and power amp, I'd be cautious not to simply stick it on the end the chain, after the receiver.
However, I believe that if you were to use the preamp outs on the receiver, and obtain a separate power amp, it should work. It would then be properly placed inbetween receiver's pre outs and amp.
Obtaining a power amp would do you well; it would improve your sound of the main speakers (the Arcam would make a fine preamp), and it would allow you to add the Vandy sub or even two.
For further details I'm sure Vandersteen's company would be happy to answer questions.