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Vandersteen 2CE Signature II: Is it worth the price of $2700? Why are so many for sale?

I have seen several ads on both AG and Ebay for a "variety" of Vandersteen 2CE's  

Question: Is:the "latest version:"of the model worth its  $2700 price tag  considering the evolution of this design over the last 10 to 12 years

Vandersteen's website shares a few paragraphs about the upgrades made; but, has their really been notable or marked improvements in sound quality and overall performance?.

The amount of 2CE's for sale regardless of what version seems unusual,and even cautionary for buyers looking at a used pair ( taking into consideration age and condition)

Lastly, does this model compete with the performance of other speakers in its price range??

  Thank you, S.J.


 

sunnyjim
bstatmeister
537 posts
 
@audioconnection
Thanks for the update on the new sub! Just so we are clear, the same basic drivers and design are the same as before, but the real difference is with the adjustable EQ, correct?

You mention that the 2wq is now discontinued, does that mean there will be discount on the remaining stock?
or is remaining stock going to be converted to sub 3s?
Just trying to gauge on how hard it will be to get a new 2wq sometime over the next 4-5 months.

Thanks!
gdnrbob
4,444 posts
 
@bstat, 
As Johnny pointed out, owners of the 2WQ are probably going to upgrade when the Sub 3 comes out, so, as I said, there will probably be a few 2wq's for sale in the near future. 
I would not expect Vandersteen to discount existing stock. And, if I were him, I would just sell existing stock before offering the Sub 3.
@mvlopez, Good question.
Though I am thinking there should not be a change. The EQ is more of a 'fine tuning' of the signal. And, the 5 and 7 speakers use the same crossover, I believe.
B
audioconnection
1,271 posts
 
((((Just so we are clear, the same basic drivers and design are the same as before, but the real difference is with the adjustable EQ, correct?)))

NO
325-watt Bridged Power Amp with Regulated Switching Power Supply
 Its a big difference over 2WQ

11-Band Room EQ for Perfect Bass in Virtually Any Room
 
3 x 8” Cast-Aluminum Basket Much improved quality
 and stiffer composition /rigidity then 2Wqs,
 
 Cellulose-Fiber Woofer Cones with Ultra Long-Throw Motor Assembly

(((does that mean there will be a discount on the remaining stock?)))
 No
The 2Wq is now Discontinued as in RIP
 The Sub 3 SUB THREE the least expensive path to Vandersteen room EQ was the Quatro Wood CT at $14,600/pr. Vandersteen's legendary powered-bass with room EQ is now more accessible than ever!
  Best,
JohnnyR
AudioConnection
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tomic601
12,911 posts
 
Cool
Cats out the bag now
my guess is IF you want one of the old ones you get on the phone and call dealers
hope they have your wood, etc....
orgerwise wait a few months as many owners will upgrade.....

ctsooner
2,480 posts
 
The EQ made a world of difference in my room to say the least. 
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