Umn,
Yes, for both reasons. I think it'd be easier to place the 1c's and one 2wq in a small room. As far as power goes, if you incorporate the vandersteen crossover and sub, the mains (1c's) will be very easy to drive. That should leave you with plenty of headroom for most crescendos.
I'd also recommend getting an active CJ preamp to use with your MV-52. Or you could sell the passive pre and the MV-52, and pick up a mint used ARC CA-50. Since you mentioned space is limited, this would save you some shelf space, eliminate one interconnect, and give you the convenience of remote.
Yes, for both reasons. I think it'd be easier to place the 1c's and one 2wq in a small room. As far as power goes, if you incorporate the vandersteen crossover and sub, the mains (1c's) will be very easy to drive. That should leave you with plenty of headroom for most crescendos.
I'd also recommend getting an active CJ preamp to use with your MV-52. Or you could sell the passive pre and the MV-52, and pick up a mint used ARC CA-50. Since you mentioned space is limited, this would save you some shelf space, eliminate one interconnect, and give you the convenience of remote.