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Vandersteen 2W Sub Repurpose?

The amplifier on my vintage Vandersteen 2W is dead, sigh. Love the sub but can't justify the cost of replacing the amp on this old unit.  

(Stupid?) Question: Can anybody think of a good way to use the 2W as a passive subwoofer? I guess I was hoping to wring a little more life out of it by somehow bypassing the blown internal amplifier, using it as a stand alone sub. I realize it would never work exactly as RV intended, I'm just having a hard time placing it into the landfill. I guess I'm nostalgic about my old, ever aging gear.

Thank you!
dryhero
gdnrbob
4,444 posts
 
I still say contact Johnny Rutan for the best info.
He knows Vandy as well as other brands and can give honest advice.-And, potentially saving you money/headaches.
Bob
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tomic601
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Core exchange, plugs right in away you go....

Vandersteen since 1977 for a reason !!!
dryhero OP
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@gdnrbob...Johnny Rutan...what an ACE!  God, I relish for the days when you could find competent people, that know how to banter and are 100% confident in their advice.  Thank you!  Would love to belly up on barstools with that dude!  For the record, I'm sending the plate amp in to Vandersteen.  Wow!
gdnrbob
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See?
I wouldn't steer you wrong!
Johnny is one of the best, (and, I have been at this since the 80's), I know you are in good hands.
And, Jim (Tomic601) is right up there with him.😁
Bob
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