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Upgrading from Martin Logan SL3s


I am thinking of maybe replacing my Martin Logan SL3s. I have had them since 1997 and wondering if it is time to upgrade. If you had Martin Logan speakers and upgraded, to what did you upgrade? Maggie's and Vandersteen's are not really an option for me. The rest of my system is

ARC Ref 110
ARC LS25 mk2
ARC Ref CD7

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larryken
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went to Von Schweikert db99 after owning the Logans 9 years....nice to have deep, defined and solid bass to go with logan like top end and ambience
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mofimadness
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If you have had the SL3's since 1997 and have never replaced the panels, a new set of panels will really bring the sparkle back to the speakers. The SL3's are one of my favorite Martin Logans. I think the new panels are around $600-$800 and will really renew them. A pretty inexpensive upgrade and very easy to replace.
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lostbears OP
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I have not replaced the panels though I have washed them. I have pretty much replaced everything else in my system since I purchased the SL3s. So I am wondering if I should consider upgrading my speakers also. I agree that the SL3s are one of Martin Logan's best and I am not unhappy with sound. But I would like to see how they compare to some current offerings.

Larryken, Have you heard the VR-4SR MK3 and if so how do you think they compare to the DB-99? I can find very little on the DB-99s other that one review. One the other hand the VR-4SR MK3s are current and maybe I can find a local dealer for an audition. I have read a couple of reviews on the VR-4SR and they sound interesting.
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