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Klipsch Heresy II Special Ed VS. Vandersteen 2c

Howdy, 
I own a pair of Vandersteen 2c's which I really like but I also have a friend who's offering me his mint but original (no Crites upgrades) Heresy II Special Eds. I've never heard older Klipsch- how would you compare and contrast their sound? I had Klipsch KG5.5s and I loved how accurate they were but found them very fatiguing. I know most folks are collectors on here but I have limited funds and TBH space. As a renter its a bit challenging to constantly be hauling 3 full sets of gear around. Ha.

I should not that I have the following options for amplification:

- Sony STR V5 - underrated IMO
- Fisher 800c - potential match for the Klipsch 
- Nakamichi SR3a - Stasis/Nelson Pass
- Current= McCormack TLC --> 2 Marantz MA 500s  which will soon be powering Magnepan MG1s once I find better amp(s). (see other post) 

Thanks!
seaninatx
effischer
560 posts
 
Proof is in the listening.  Try the Heresys with the Fisher and see if you like them (tubes are the only way to go with Heresy).  Be aware they are very efficient and not a choice to make neighbors happy in an apartment environment.

Good luck & happy listening!
seaninatx OP
7 posts
 
Thanks everyone 
big_greg
6,628 posts
 
Be aware they are very efficient and not a choice to make neighbors happy in an apartment environment.
The Heresy speakers sound great when played at lower volumes.  While they are all very efficient and are easy to drive to loud volumes, some Klipsch speakers hurt my ears when they are really loud. 

If I was going to get Klipsch and lived in an apartment, the Heresy would be perfect.  They're not too big, the bass is tight and tuneful, but doesn't extend very low, and they sound great at lower volumes.

jetter
3,033 posts
 
Based on all the hype by those that should know, the Klipsch RP600M stand mount with a couple of subs might be just the ticket.
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