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Power recommendation for Vany2ce-sigs

I've just purchased a pair of Vandersteen 2ce-signatures and I'm looking for input on upgrading pre/power amps. My current equipment consists of Carver C-19 (tubed) pre and TFM-45 (ss 375 wpc) power. I'm currently listen only to CD's via an ARC CD-1.

I don't have any real preference in ss or tubes - I do enjoy the non-fatiguing nature of the current set-up. My listening room is about 12'X16'. I listen at moderate volumes. The Carver equipment is bugging me as it attracts a lot of RF.

Would like to keep total amp expenditures to <$5K.

I mostly listen to blues and jazz, some pop. Might Sam McClain and Keb Mo have been in heavy rotation lately.

Thanks in advance for the input!
jg_deitrich

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stealth93es
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A good consideration in the price range you have would be Jeff Rowland Intigraded Amp Pre-Amp. Good power, tube like sound. There is one for sale on this site now. Use the balance of your budget for Cardas Interconnect from you CD Player and Speaker cables. I think you will be very happy with this combination. In the future if you should decide to upgrade your speakers again, the electronics will be ready for most any speaker you may choose. One other point if you should decide you don't like the Jeff Rowland equipment, it is one of the safest investments you can make in audio.

Good listening,

Stealth 93es
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