Wilson Sophia 1 or Puppy 5.1


Hi all,

I have an Audio Research vsi60 integrated amp with 40 watts and was wondering if Wilson Sophia 1 or Puppy 5.1 is a better match since both are selling used about the same price...
citizen99
I purchased the Sophia 1 new even though the WP 6 was being sold new for $1,000 more by the same dealer to make room for the WP 7s that were soon to come in. I thought the Sophia had a better and more musical tone than the WP 6 and the WP 5. That all changed for me with the WP7, 8 and Sasha which built on that wonderful tonality which first appeared in the Sophia. Just my opinion. In this case I'd go Sophia.
Sophia 1 pros:
Easy to load
Easy to make them sound "right"
Sweeter highs

Wp 5.1 pros:
You can play with WATT tilt
You can get better mid/bass response
More transparent sound but you need better electronics

Imho I will prefer WP because you will get better sound with some work, if u simply prefer to install your speakers and play your music go for Sophias...