merlin used or new


I am debating whether I should get a used merlin vsm or save up and get a new vsm mm. One option I have is to get it used and have it upgraded it is a gen III. I am looking for a sound approaching the kharma 3.1 's. thanks.
pedrillo
Be careful, bobby's such a great guy you may end up buying a new pair from him...lol. I know I sure did and have never looked back!

Jason
Had my late model SE upgraded to VSM-M. Then upgraded that to the VSM-MM. As above, you can't go wrong with Bobby's recommendations.

David
After hearing the gen 3 and being pleased I can only visualize myself going for the latest model merlin the mx. I feel as though I posted this question a little too early, I say this because after printing about 200 pages off the internet all on just the merlins I am convinced that what I am after will be found in this latest incarnation. There are so many pleased merlin owners and excellent reviews that it was exhausting just reading about them. In my earlier threads I have mentioned that I am after world class sound, what I mean by that is accurate sound stage, holographic imaging and revealing micro detail. If the gen 3 were that good I am so looking forward to the mx. I want to thank you bobby for the insightful conversation on the phone I am looking forward to getting these speakers.