+ 1 for Rega RS-5, it and its little brother the RS-3 are the most natural sounding speakers for the buck I ever heard .
Vandersteen 1C's to replace Paradigm Studio 40's??
I would like some input from others with more experience than I. I currently have Paradigm Studio 40's (Exposure 2010s integrated, Rega Apollo cd, Rega P3-24 TT). I haven't been feeling them since i got them used about 2 years ago. They just don't seem to sound as good to me as expected. My Studio 20's actually sounded better (my imagination?). My local stereo shop has an older pair of Vandersteen 1C's. I've read great things about these speakers. I am going to ask to listen to them, but any thoughts from anyone. Thanks!
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I had a pair of Vandersteen's IC about 10 years ago. I believe there is a revised model now with "I" designation. it is a good sounding speaker and has useable and effective mid and tweets controls. However, the screw connectors are antiques from year 1. If you don't follow Richard Vandy's 2 page blue sheet guide to adjust for rake angle, supposedly they will not sound optimum, and woe to you if you call him for advice on one of his bad days I would recommend instead the Silverline Prelude II, an attractive small profile column that is excellent with the right components which you seem to have. I think the price has gone off the wall a bit at $1495.00, but you might be able to snag a used pair off AG, or dealer demoes. Make sure they are the version 2 which was upgraded .and improved Good Luck |
Sunnyjim https://www.audiogon.com/listings/full-range-vandersteen-model-2ce-speakers-model-2ce-1-owner-2016-0... ((However, the screw connectors are antiques)) Yes it is to avoid the mess above of what you think is good. If you really did a genuine comparison between the superior sounding screw terminals and your recommended convoluted mess you would realize how wrong you are. Best JohnnyR |
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