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Vandersteen VLR (non CT), my opinion

My office system consists of the VLR's, Belles Aria monoblocks or Atmasphere Class D monoblocks, Belles Aria Signature, Innuos Mini Zen with power supply and Innuos Phoenix USB. A pair of HSU subs are fed via the preamp.

I stream Qobuz via Roon only.

I wanted to report to the forum that I find this is one very capable system. 

I do so, mostly because the Vandersteen VLR's don't get the press that they deserve.

Due to space limitations, I have the speakers mounted near the ceiling. I played around with angling them, but John Rutan suggested they be pointed forward. 

I have to say, he was correct. They sound amazing without any toe in or angling downward, in fact they sound better.

Bass reinforcement from corner placement almost makes having subs unneeded. But, adding a sub or two will definitely flesh out the music.

Those of you who have followed my posts know I am partial to the Vandersteen sound. But, if you are in need of a really 'sleeper' bookshelf speaker, you should try to demo the VLR. They come in either standard or CT tweeter. IMHO,Either way, you can't lose.

Bob

 

gdnrbob
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chenry

... Amir did not test the unit both with and without the front grille assembly. So I do not think it is possible to give much weight to his review unless ...

It's difficult to give much weight to any of Amir's "reviews."

gdnrbob OP
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I believe the VLR Wood was the original iteration of the VLR now in production.

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chenry
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"It's difficult to give much weight to any of Amir's "reviews.""

 

They call for no less skepticism than any other review that offers objective material in support of a subjective assessment: recommend for or against purchase and labeling with various statuettes of the Pink Panther. I appreciate his efforts to provide objectivity to a market notorious for the absence of hard data and for his efforts to maintain a consistent standard for measurement. In this case, those standards strictly applied conflict with the purpose of demonstrating product performance similar to what a buyer might experience. Whether nearfield measurement means much is hard to say, but it might be important in a monitoring application. Obviously many home users have room effects to contend with, with or without room correction. In general, I think he has provided valuable information in spotlighting new brands and products that perform well and that can provide new hobbyists a positive point of entry in the way of affordable products that perform well.

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Grammy award winner uses the VLR for studio work. It’s a fantastic speaker and as pointed out, the grill frame serves a VERY important sonic function.

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