I had 2Ci's and drove them for a short time with a Classic 60 (I've since moved up to 3A Sigs). It was a very good match, no real problems in the bass, just the inherent warmth of the 2Ci's. I also tried a pair of the Quicksilver monos (8417?) at one time and I really liked the mids, but the bass was a little to loose. Power was a little marginal too. More recent Quicksilvers are reportedly much better in the bass and the M-60 has more power. I've never heard the MCormack but I've heard nothing but good things when matched with Vandersteens. I would say all of the chocies are good ones, but as always, try it in your system if possible.
McCormack or Quicksilver for Vandersteen 2ci?
To tube or not to tube...
Anybody heard/compared Vandersteen 2ci's driven by McCormack DNA .5 deluxe (or Rev A mod) vs. Quicksilver m-60's vs. Audio Research Classic 60? Audible Illusions preamp, long MIT 330 interconnects, large 20x20 carpeted room with vaulted ceilings. Previous systems with Spica TC-50/Quad ESL 57 driven by GSI mod Dyna ST 70. Prefer luscious mids. Listen to pop female vocals, jazz, classical, some orchestral...
Thanks!
Anybody heard/compared Vandersteen 2ci's driven by McCormack DNA .5 deluxe (or Rev A mod) vs. Quicksilver m-60's vs. Audio Research Classic 60? Audible Illusions preamp, long MIT 330 interconnects, large 20x20 carpeted room with vaulted ceilings. Previous systems with Spica TC-50/Quad ESL 57 driven by GSI mod Dyna ST 70. Prefer luscious mids. Listen to pop female vocals, jazz, classical, some orchestral...
Thanks!