Odyssey Khartago and Vandersteen 2

I wouldn't worry too much about McCormack. I know a lot of people recommend the combo, but it didn't do that much for me. There are better options. I haven't heard the Odyssey but what about your YBA 3? That should sound OK.

Also, if you haven't already tried this, Vandersteen benefits greatly from bi wiring. No other speaker that I know of, responds to bi wiring like the Vandersteen's. It doesn't have to be expensive cable either. If you can find 2 runs of something like AQ Type 6, you can get a very cost effective upgrade.

What version of the 2's do you have?

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.

In my opinion, the best solid state option for Vandersteen is Ayre. There are other good matches, as well, but I like Ayre the best. You should have no problems driving the 2's with the Ayre 7 as long as you don't have a really big room. As for the results, I think you'll be very suprised. Everyone who hears my 2's with Ayre sits in disbelief. I think you'll be happy.