Amp for Vandersteen 2ci

May want to be wary of older Belles as finding someone to work on them is a bit tricky. The 350a is also a known “quirky” unit. If using the balanced outputs on the preamp, give Bryson a look. Whatever is purchased, ensure that the minimum 10:1 impedance ratio is met. Example: if your pre output impedance is 100 ohms, ensure the amplifier input impedance is at least 1000 ohms. If the equipment being used fails to provide this information, be wary. 

I can repair upgrade any audio component.  If I was you, try and find an old BEL power amplifier class A.  They sound amazing in stock form and can be upgraded for even better sonic improvement.  I would also consider a Counterpoint power amp.  The SA-12 / SA-100 or any of the NPS 100s.  They sound very nice with Vandersteen and can be upgraded.  Both of those amps can be found cheap and with your budget can be upgraded to sound better that what you are considering.

@audiotroy - yeah they all sound different for sure.  If someone is clipping an amp I would imaging they are playing very loud.

Happy Listening.

The Parasound or the Krell . Plenty of power and less finicky than the others. IMHO based on personal experience.

I would avoid using Belles with your 2 CI; combination is just too warm and was my down fall with my Sig II...

The Rogue Integrated was better but the DNA amps are highly praised and built to last.

Wig

Thank you all for the recommendations. I this point I have not decided on an amp yet since their are alot of contenders within my budget.