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Mono block or vertical Bi amps for Vandersteen 2Ce

I have a pair of 2Ce's and I am looking for a new amp/pre amp combination. I am looking at either mono block tube amps (VTL MB 125 or similiar) or vertical bi amp since the loudspeakers are set up for bi wiring (VTL ST 85, Cary Rocket 88 or similiar). Does anyone have experience with sound quality difference and recommendations between the two set ups. I am trying to stay with equipment that is reliable and can be found on the used market (VTL, Cary, Quicksilver...). I am also adding a sub so that might dictate the best way to set up the system.
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wberdan
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I would go with monoblocks. Vandersteen does not recommend vertical biamplification until you max out your system completely... and even then there are technical issues that can keep you from doing it sucessfully.
As RV told me: buy the absolute best mono amplifiers you can.
A side benefit is that you can use very short speaker cables and improve sound along with saving money.

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