Von Schweikert VR-1 question


At this point seriously considering getting a pair of VR-1s, but before I do was wondering just how revealing these speakers would be toward my source (Onkyo DC-C540 CD Changer)? To my ears, it's a good sounding player, but I also realize that perhaps the speakers that I'm currently using (Boston Acoustic A-60s) are more forgiving of modest components. I also believe the rest of my system should work well with VR-1s (Jolida 502A, AQ CV-6 w/DBS speaker wire and AQ Diamondback IC), and I certainly hope to upgrade the CDP at some point down the road, but for the time being, the Onkyo is going to be the source. Being that's the case, I would certainly would want speakers that would allow me to enjoy my music with the components that I currently have, knowing well that when I do replace the CDP with a better unit, that I'll be reaping further sonic improvements. So I guess the two questions are, one, would VS VR-1s work well with the components that I currently have? And two, if not, would I be better off looking for a pair of speakers that are a little more "forgiving" (suggestions welcomed) of the source? Please remember that I'm a man of modest means, trying to put together a good sounding, affordable system, one step at a time. Thanks.
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CHeck out some of the british monitors which i feel would be right up your alley...the top end being proac and spendour...or castle if you are on a tighter budget...these have the classic mid-bass warmth that brit speakers are famous for...with a more engaging midrange and sweeter top end that your BAs...truth be told...sounds like you would really enjoy Vandersteens....all the best..
I had a pair of VR-1s for a number of years. They're exceptional speakers.

That being said, I like my current Usher X-718s much better. I'm pushing them with a Cayin A-70T tube integrated with phenomenal results. Bass is just as deep, if not deeper, and highs are every bit as extended, airy, and smooth as the VR-1s. In addition, the midrange on the Ushers is more pleasing and they just convey the emotion of the music better for me.
Epos another brit designed speaker with great midrange realism...M5s and old M12s are amazing values...
The VR1 are awesome, I'd suggest not worrying about it and just going for them. They're friendly to cheaper gear, but as you improve the other components they will continue to sound better. They are room friendly, and just a an easy to use and easy to like speaker. Not too warm and not too cold.

I use them as rears right now