Favorite Pre Amp and Amp with Vandersteen?

Just an FYI. I don't own Vandys, but for some reason I think John Rutan of Audio Connection, Verona, NJ uses ARC gear to power up his Vandys. John is dealer for both Vandersteen and ARC. If John catches this OP, perhaps he can weigh in. Otherwise, I suggest that the OP contact John. He's a great guy and I'm sure he would be happy to help out.

I am not an ARC or Vandy dealer and have no economic or family relationship to John Rutan or Audio Connection.

I've always found the most memorable Vandersteen set-ups used Audio Research. There is definite synergy with this match-up.

Atma-sphere works wonderfully well. Incredible combination imo.

ditto on the audio research. Don't own vandersteens, ( got cats! ) but always liked thier sound.

Rogue Audio gear is getting along really well with Vandersteens. My system is at the "bottom of the line" for both Rogue and Vandy, but the synergy is sublime. From what I've been reading, as you move up the ladder with each brand, the synergy stays perfect, and the music sounds better and better. Good luck, and Happy Listening.