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Vandersteen 2ce questions
It seems clear Biffrythm that for some listeners the Vandersteens will not produce the impact/slam/dynamics that they want, regardless of amp or set up, and that for other listeners a well set up pair are sonic heaven. It does seem from the respon... 
Headphone Amps
Burson 
Vandersteen 2ce questions
I always found the Vandersteen 2 and 3 series to have good bass extension but not the bass slam you are looking for. While the bass can be maximized, I think the lack of slam is somewhat inherent in their design. 
using a jumper cable - connect which set of post?
and the journey should be fun... 
using a jumper cable - connect which set of post?
I have always preferred using the Type 4, or CV-4, as internal biwire, with each of the four internal wires going to one of the biwire binding posts. 
using a jumper cable - connect which set of post?
Hi Andy, Just curious, what speakers, cable, and amp are you using? 
using a jumper cable - connect which set of post?
I would also suggest you try jumpers identical to your speaker cable, you may find you don't need new biwire cables. 
C2300 preamp
I agree that the 2300 is way better than the C32, though it is also way better than the MC2105, and you won't get all the benefits of an expensive preamp upgrade. If you keep the amp, I would at least send it to McIntosh for a refurb/upgrade and r... 
Speaker cables or interconnects??
Very happy with Mapleshade speaker cables, never tried the IC's. Highly recommend the lower priced Transparent cables; speaker, IC, power cords. 
Best Power Cord for a Classe CA 2300
Garebear, Have you tried any power cords yet? 
Which speakers should I get. $500-$1000
Vienna Bach Grand, Dali Ikon 6, Quad 22L2 
This may sound a bit silly but why are so many
Of course someone buys new. But then they often get sold and resold, so the numbers can be misleading. Probably nothing going on here. Plus lots of members here have lots of money. 
This may sound a bit silly but why are so many
You seem to be assuming they are buying these new, rather than buying used and selling for same price as purchase. 
Best Customer Service
Aerial, Pass, JRDG, ARC 
Best Power Cord with CD Player-
I also like Audience with CD players. I believe that the included power cord is usually not one selected by or designed by the engineers.