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WP 5.1 vs WP7

Gentlemen,

I have decided that I want a pair of Wilson Audio Specialities Watt/Puppies. I have been wanting them for years, but...
My budget does not allow me to buy new, so 2nd hand here we come.

The question is if the WP7 is worth 2/3 more than the WP5.1. The 7's I have on hand are (according to the dealer) mint with all accessories and Fly Yellow. The 5.1's have had the midrange changed (by authorized distributor) and have usual used item marks, but fully functional and standard black.

I lean towards spending the extra money and get the 7 - which I can have at very good price, probably due to the color (Fly Yellow). I will go course also have to live with that color in my living room for an extended amount of time :)

How big are the sonic differences? I am told that the 5.1 are hard in the top end - not really something I have noticed when listening to them, but then again I didn't listen with the intend to buy. I have only briefly heard the 7's here and there.

Thanks for your comments

Henrik
plafitracer
plafitracer OP
12 posts
 
I did opt for the white WP6 - both due to color and having to live with them on a daily basis, and due to the seller of the yellow WP7s tried to pressure me in a way I didn't like. I will be getting them early september.

I will be using them with Audio Research tube gear.
keithtexas
352 posts
 
Outstanding choice !! Congrats !! I think you will be really happy and satisfied for a long time. Audio Research gear is a great match. Now you can focus on cabling and tweaks to really make your system sing. Your system will be good and satisfying enough to get off the merry ground and enjoy the music for many years to come.. GREAT STUFF !!
bigamp
219 posts
 
Congrats, enjoy! Take off the grills; it makes a big difference!
johnnyb53
3,510 posts
 
ARC tube gear is the match with Wilsons. For cables, *seriously* consider Transparent.
gpgr4blu
1,081 posts
 
also consider Shunyata cables
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