Wilson Sophia 1 vs vandersteen 2ce

Yeah Charles the Canary was a hard one to give up and move on from with the Sophias at 24 watts triode it was a monster, just came to the conclusion I could not live without what el 34 tubes bring to the dance. The Pass Labs XA 30.5 was a real sweet amp in my system also but like the Canary weighs in at 80 pounds and was hard for me to handle so monos were a must, my VTLs are 40 pounds a side and really compact.

Just to throw another thought out there.... Check out the new Vandersteen. Treo CT... Could be very compelling, depending on room size. The Sabrina's even though smaller may also be really nice too, with both having more recent driver technology. Both not cheap but an option in size depending on what you plan to invest. Like others have said, it is gonna take close to 20 large to have better resolution and even more extension than in your present rig. Older Vandy Quattro's should also be on your very short list of must hear in mid sized to small rooms. 

I question your amp driving 5's with that amp....I have 5A's driven by 200 watts channel Ayre and sometimes I feel its not enough (although I have a very large room)

Well there you go, Stringreen just made it easy, the Sophias really sound good with every amp I tried with them and they really are special.

Why the question?  If you actually LISTEN, there is no comparison.  Period.  Wilsons, hands down.  If you want a second opinion, I'll be happy to give you one.