Vandersteen 3A Sig vs. Von Schweikert VR4 Jr.

I have the Vandersteen's and very much like the VR4-Jr's. In your opinion, what are the Vandy's missing? Although I don't listen to that much rock anymore, I don't think that I find them lacking in any regard. Check your setup, placement, tilt back. These are really fine speakers in my opinion for not a lot of money and, unlike what people like to say about them, they are not particularly forgiving. Of course, they are not hyper-detailed, but nor are they dull, lifefless or lacking in jump factor. If you are experiencing any of this, I would suggest looking at placement within your room, followed by associated cables and electronics. These speakers can be made to sing, but it does take careful setup.

As I said, I do like the VR4's. Great dynamics, great soundstaging and excellent bass from a small speaker. Although I'd love to have a pair of VR-4's, I don't think that I would sell my Vandersteen's. It would be wonderful to have both.

Tell us what you dislike about the Vandersteen's with rock music and tell us about your room, cables and electronics.

"just recently bought a pair of Vand 3's. With some music they sound great. However, for Rock 'N' Roll they appear to be missing something. I was told by the local dealer it was because the Rock 'N' Roll music was recorded"

Isn't all music "recorded"?

One thing Vandy speakers are lacking is gross distortion and they can sometimes be underpowered, the 3s do like/need power to be driven at their best.

I have 3a sigs and they need good clean power! I'm using a pass X-150 and pre X2.5 , this combo provides great dynamic sound. Prior to this I had a lesser amp and pre and the 3a sigs sounded horrible. !!!! Now my dilema is do I need the subs? Samhar

I bought 2 2Wq subs and the sound is fantastic in the low end now. Where the lows were mushy and sometimes boomy it is now tight and strong! Jazz is crazy with these subs and for soft rock if you like you can add boom by changing the Q setting. This setup surpassed my expectations!! I tried one sub first a W2 but I thought that set up sounded lean so I took it out and ran the 3as alone until I got the pair. Everyone said these were musical subs and I agree they make music not noise, I got down and put my ear by the slot and was surprised how high up the scale they went. Also many people think this set up is 80 - 90% of the 5. If you like the Vandy sound you will love this set up!! If your still looking send me an e mail with your # and we can talk .