Old Vandersteen model 2 vs. newer model 2


Hi I'm thinking about getting some older model 2's with serial numbers in the 321000 range.  I know they made some tweaks in the later models.  I have no way to compare them.  How different do the newer models sound?  Thanks!

ddinnsen

tomcarr

Just out of curiosity, which brand and model of speakers did you buy?

Keep in mind that older speakers in general are more likely to need re-capping the crossovers, ferrofluid replaced in tweeters and driver surrounds re-foamed. Unless you do that yourself, it can be expensive and a nuisance.  I would buy the newest version possible myself, even if more expensive initially.

tomcarr

I have not heard those 803's but the two models I have heard coming out of B&W have sounded spectacular. One was a stand mount D model.

psyop

I believe the standmount is the 805. I have not heard it, but have heard the 801, 802, and 803.

They sounded wonderful to me too.

I got lucky and was able to get last years model (the D3) new from the dealer discounted 45%.

I certainly couldn't afford them at full price.