Recommendations for a new integrated amp for Vandersteen 3a speakers


I acquired some Vandersteen 3a speakers a few months back to replace my Theil CS1s and would like to update my system to accommodate them. The recommended power range from the mfg is 100-200 wpc.
I have been using my old Adcom GFP-555II preamp and NAD 2100 amp and would like to upgrade with a new or used integrated amp to replace them. I have been considering:
Wyred 4 Sound sti-1000 or sti-500
Musical Fidelity M6i
Rogue Audio Cronus Magnum or Pharaoh
Odyssey Stratos (keep the preamp)
Vincent Audio SV-237
Unison Unico
Peachtree Nova 220 se
My budget is $1500 for this upgrade. 
Please help me narrow the list or add some other options to consider to upgrade the system!

 


jplunkettj

Showing 3 responses by gdnrbob

I just visited Audioconnection yesterday.
Johnny was playing the VLR’s with the Belles Integrated and a Sub 3 subwoofer.
It sounded mighty fine, to me.
I owned the 3a sigs before moving to the Treo’s. Though not necessary, adding the 2wq subs really fleshed them out-seamlessly.
Though the Belles is only 75wpc, I think it should work- though you may not get earth shattering volumes.
If you do go for the Belles, I would try to add some subs at a later date.
Using the Vandy subs will help your amp perform by removing all the power consuming lower frequency demands.
Bob
The OP has a budget of $1500. Why the recommendations on the Belles that is $800.00 over his budget? Read!
He can always buy used.
Even if he doesn't, the Belles performs way above its' price range and an extra $800 isn't really that much nowadays
Think...
B
I believe I heard Cronus Magnum at Audioconnection.
Very clean, but a little lean on the bass end though I don't believe there were subs added...
Bob