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Looking for a new speaker: VR 4 Jr vs. Hps 938

Just sold my Monitor Audio GR20 speakers and I am planning to upgrade. I am in the $4,000 range and the Von Schweikert and Hyperion are in the top of my short list. Any recommendation, ladies & gents? Oh, one more! I only have a 60 watt tube amp - a BAT VK60.
dalton
robm321
932 posts
 
I would definately not purchase until you listen to the jr. You will no doubt have good synergy with the BAT. I am driving with a 50wpc tube amp. It is enough, but softens the bass a little. You could always get a SS amp to drive the bass later if you need to tighten it up (bi-amp).
maineiac
649 posts
 
The 4JRS are definetely sweet with tubes.
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dseid
48 posts
 
You should inclde a pair of Vandersteen 3A Sigs to your "short list". I compared the 3A Sigs and the VS Jr and liked the Vanbersteens by a wide margin. Paired with my Rouge tube amp and preamp, its very nice.

Have not heard the Hyperion's.
nealhood
199 posts
 
I like the VR-4 jr too. Just a very good all around speaker that is eminently musical. Nice looking cabinetry to boot.
ethifi
75 posts
 
Hi Dalton

Have you made your choice yet - what did you choose?
Now that more people have heard and compared both speakers, please share your views. Thanks.
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