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Considering a new amp for my Vandersteen Quatro CT

I've been using a Bryston 4Bsst2 with my Vandersteen Quatro CT for the past 5 years.  This was not an amp I purchased for the Quatro, just one that I happened to already have.  It is about 12 years old. It has been a solid performer and I have no specific complaints....just curious what a different amp might offer.  My preamp is an Audio Research LS-15.  There are three amps that have been recommended by various sources.  The Ayre VX-5 Twenty, The CODA Model 8, and the Moon by Simaudio 760a.  These are all in my general price range.  Anyone have experience with any or all of these?  Which would you think would be the best match with my speakers?

randyhat

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dawgfish
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I have 5As powered by Ayre and it's a very good match.  That said, Richard V typically demos his speakers with ARC electronics, so that might be something to keep in mind.  And, although I have only heard them briefly, the Vandersteen amps are impressive, and they were designed to match with your speakers.  My local dealer, who sells all three brands, says he likes the Vandy amps better on Vandy speakers than either ARC or D'Agostino. 

Whatever you choose to do, happy listening!

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