Thank you for all of the good feedback. To the one who asked, yes, they are 3a signatures. They need a ton of power to control the bass. The 2a signatures didn't sound bright with the A250. They are just such a smooth speaker. That is why I was hoping a tube pre-amp might do the trick.
Best Preamp to Pair with Acurus A-250 and Vandersteen 3 Signature Speakers
I am told this Acurus amp is a bit dark or dry. I was running it with an old Carver pre-amp/tuner with some Vandersteen 2A signature speakers. It sounded good to me. The Carver broke and I upgraded to larger Vanersteens. Any recommendations on a good preamp for it? Would like to stay under $5,000. I don't have a turntable, so I am digital. Listen to everything from jazz to classic rock.
Thanks,
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I have 3a Signatures and run them with a pair of Belles Aria monoblocks and a Schiit Freya + preamp. I agree with the recommendations to sell the Acurus and spend the $5K on a quality integrated or new separates. Honestly, 2 Schiit Vidars (new model) as monoblocks with a Freya + tube preamp would be much better than a system built on that Acurus and would run you about $3K. Or you can also get a Belles Aria dual mono integrated with that budget. But don’t spend $5K to get better sound from a (now) $600 vintage amp. I bought my 3a’s used last year and continue to dial them in. Great speakers. |
To piggyback off @nymarty Johnny R is an incredible resource for both Vandy and Belles. By all means give him a call, and especially if you’re on the east coast go to Audio Connection and have a good listen. He won’t steer you wrong. Best of luck. |
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