vandersteen h.t. setup

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dunatic69

Audiophyte
can a pioneer vsx84tsxi drive a pair of vandersteen model3a's,a vcc-5, and a pair of model 1's?
 
Dan

Dan

Audioholic Chief
I have a similar set up with 3a sigs, vcc-1, vsm sig and two 2wq subs. They are pushed by a B&K amp supposedly 200w/ch but probably 175-185 in reality. The room is 15'x20'x8'. I can sustain about 100 dB if I turn the volume to 0. The answer to your question depends upon your room size and your listening habits. Also you don't mention subs which take a lot of the load off your amp. The pioneer claims 140 w/ch but many manufaturers fudge this value some. If you want to add Vandersteen subs later you will need preamp out jacks on the back. I didn't look to see if the Pioneer has that but you should bear it in mind. The Vandersteen subs work more easily with separates. You will have a great set of speakers!

Also, I found that in my room I don't need the center channel when sitting in the sweet spot. The imaging is much better without it. I only use the center when there are more than two people watching. I spoke to Richard Vandersteen once about this and he said that was true but I would hear a difference if I went up to the Vcc-5. I don't know if he was just trying to get me to drop some more cash or if he is right. He does seem to know what he is doing in general. Have you compared the VCC-1 and the VCC-5 A vs. B?
 
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dunatic69

Audiophyte
i am getting the vandersteen v2w sub with the package. i actually only heard the vcc1 with the 3a sigs, the model 1's, and the v2w, but decided on the vcc5 to avoid having to upgrade later. the room is 17x21 with 9' ceilings. i am hoping to get either an anthem or a rotel amp by may and dont want to risk damaging this setup.
 
Dan

Dan

Audioholic Chief
You should have no problems. An amp in the 200w/ch ball park will provide plenty of power. Sounds like a great system.
 
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