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Dynaudio Focus compared to Vandeersteen 3a Sigs?

I loved the sound of Vandersteens 2ce Sig II and 3a Sig and I have listened to Dynaudio floor standing DMs. I understand that the DMs are not in the same league but I did like their presentation. I.e separation and control through the range. Whats missing is the sound-stage.

I am wondering how does the Focus series stand upto 3a Sigs?.

Or am I barking up the wrong tree?.

I cannot get 2Ce Sig II since it did not pass the WFA factor. I am considering listening to Thiel 3.7s (and consider 3.6 if available) and Devore 9s.

Ofcourse Vandy's Treo is in a sweet spot just that I cannot audition it in the area I live in.

If you have auditioned or have experience with Dynaudio Focus and Vandys let me know.
geek101
ablang
165 posts
 
I've owned the Focus 110 and 140 and Vandersteen's 2CE Sig II and 1Ci. I prefer the Vandersteens by a long shot for two reasons. First, over time I came to realize that both sets of Focus speakers were slightly colored in the midrange, making voices in particular sound a little unnatural. The second reason is that as smooth as the Dynaudio tweeter is it can be a little slow, which I noticed on music with very fast percussion instruments like shakers and maracas. It was almost like the speaker was falling behind the beat. I'm not a speed/detail/attack freak by any means--if anything I go for a more relaxed and "musical" presentation. I never quite got the PRAT thing till I realized the Focus speakers had poor timing.

Haven't heard the new Focus series. They do have an upgraded tweeter, so they might be worth giving a listen.
mwheelerk
121 posts
 
What kind of budget are you considering? The DM 3/7 are $1995 and the Excite X32 are $3000. The new Focus 260 jump to $4900. I just picked up a pair of the discontued Focus 220 MKII for $2495 (original list of $3600). I have listened to the DM 3/7 and a friend of mine is considering those but I told him for another $500 I thought the Focus 220 MKII offered more detail and a tighter bottom end.
geek101 OP
284 posts
 
Ablang thats for your input very helpful.

Mwheeler,

My budget is $4K for fronts hence I am in the range for the Vandys Treo and Dynaudio Focus. I need to make sure matching center channel and surrounds match and do not get expensive.

thanks
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