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Verity Audio Parsifal vs. Aerial 10T

I've been hunting for speakers for a few months, now. Houston, TX is a wasteland for high-end audio of any kind so auditions can't usually be had. I was considering Aerial 10Ts from the very good posts on them but have reconsidered because of the fact they are getting a bit long-in-the-tooth in terms of manufacture date and looks.

My search brings up Verity Parsifals as a clear competitor to the Aerial 10T. Can anyone offer information as to how these two compare and differ?

I currently have a pair of Totem Mani-2s run by SimAudio W-6 monoblocks that I love. Sound may be 'slightly' more forward and not enough bass for me. Mostly listen to acoustic, pop ballad, and would like to get into more classical piano.

I know I should listen for myself but it will be interesting to here comments from others.

Thanks, in advance.
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9rw
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Frederick21: The Von Schweikert VR-4Sr. does not use or require lead shot. You must be thinking of the VR-4Jr. The 4Sr. is vastly superior to the Aerial if you're looking for coherency, dynamics, clarity, soundstage and realism. I have not heard the Verity.
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frederick21 OP
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I guess I should put the Vr-4sr on my list.

A refined speaker like the Parsifal could also be more my taste. My room size isn't large but is open to one side.
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frederick21 OP
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Whoever contacted me via email, please re-respond. I deleted hastely. Thanks.
macrojack
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Keep the Totems and look for improvement in other areas.
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mickey_sg
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RGS92 said the downside of his 10T's is their inability to dissapear.

"Little soundstage at all in any direction (no depth or layering or wide-stage affect). Very aware of 2 separate speakers, little transparency. Not very detailed. Sound does sound like it comes right from the drivers unless you are in a very narrow sweet spot."

As a long term Aerial 10T owner, I couldn't disagree more. In my setup, they are sonically invisible. Nothing seems to come directly from the drivers, just a huge, well defined soundstage suspended in the air.

I dont get a fantastic amount of depth or layering, but that's probably due to the fact there's a massive mirror behind the speakers (see my system pics).

RGS, maybe you should try adjusting your speaker positioning or try some room treatment.

Sorry I have not heard the Parsifals so I cant give the OP any advice there.

Kind Regards
Mick
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