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Vandersteen 2CE sig II first run or current?....

I am interested in purchasing a pair of vandersteen model 2CE sig II speakers, but am I curious to know if there is a difference in sound quality between the first run (about 4years ago) model 2 sig and the current one. Its no surprise that Richard Vandersteen make minor changes to his speakers without publicizing it. Also, I remember when the new 2 sig came out its midrange did not blend very well with the rest of the speaker, so basically I would like to know if it now sounds better?

Thanks,
matt00
miketuason
337 posts
 
It's a huge difference it's like a 100% improvement, better driver and better crossover.
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jafant
20,378 posts
 
Matt-

you could buy the older speaker and send it to Vandersteen for the current upgrades or just buy the newer one. Yes, there will be a difference between the two versions.
audioconnection
1,271 posts
 
jafant
(((you could buy the older speaker and send it to Vandersteen for the current upgrades or)))
Incorrect statement. Only selling new now
 Best JohnnyR
wolf_garcia
6,790 posts
 
Years ago I sent my beloved 1Bs to Vandy to have the Damn Cat damaged covers re-done…called and asked if they could simply upgrade 'em somehow…Sir Richard got on the phone and read me the riot act, so to speak. How dare I minimize the completely redesigned crossover and drivers (who knew?) by suggesting a simple upgrade!…I quickly relented and sheepishly waited for my 1Bs return and sold 'em immediately from fear of future cat damage…the end. 
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