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Vandersteen Model 1 or Focal 726

I have Vandersteens model 1s.  They are in great condition inside and out and I'm fairly happy with them.  Due to my new stereo fever I am considering purchasing Focal Chorus 726 speakers but I'm not anxious to spend $2000 if there is not much difference in sound quality.  If that is the case, I'd stay with the Vandys.  Any advice would be greatly appreciated.  Doug
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jackd
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If that's not the current version of the Model 1 and you like them then an upgrade to current would be my first thought and look for a used sub.  Next step would be used 2CE Sigs as Focal and Vandersteen have nothing in common sound wise.  
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stereo5
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You can get a pair of used Vandersteen 2CE sigs for under 2K.  If you like the Vandersteen sound, that is what I would do. 
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dwhess OP
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Great advice, thanks guys
bstatmeister
537 posts
 
might be able to even squeak in the 3A sigs for under 2K
bstatmeister
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but, I like Tomic601's suggestion of getting a 2wq sub first. Could get for around $600 used and make one hell of a difference
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