Vandersteen Treo vs 3A Sig as upgrade


I had my local dealer hook up a pair of Treos to demo them and left with a very mixed impression. I like the overall sound. They have a smoother, more refined and sophisticated midrange that the 3A Sigs can't match. I want that. But the bass was less defined and the top end was bright. The sibilance was very exaggerated - this was with CD. Is this the character of the Treo? Thanks!
wlutke
He's a good guy I'm sure. Honestly, the OP is a great poster and I loved the way he dealt with things. Taught me a lesson or two. I personally hope he gets to hear the Treo's with the subs that are set up properly. That's basically like 98% of the Quatro's. He obviously gets the sound from 100 hz and up. For the money it's really hard to beat the Treo's and when you augment the bass correctly, it's devastating. Spoke with a guy the other day who runs his with two Vandy subs and he loves it. He moved the TReo's out 3' from the wall and they disappeared.

How's that for keeping to the OP's post?
I admit I can be very "passionate" sometimes. But let's not forget that we all share a common interest after all is said and done.

Shakey
Other observations:

The Treo central image (vocal) was very natural, a bit laid back behind the speakers, smaller than life size. The perspective was as if from a box seat above the stage, maybe five feet above the vocalist. Even though the actual image appeared only a couple of feet behind the speakers, the smaller size gave an impression of a greater distance and larger soundstage - Fleetwood Mac Rumours, "Oh, Daddy" track. I liked it. Diana Krall at the piano had a similar presentation. The 3A Sigs are more life size on the Fleetwood Mac. Laid back, smaller stage but more "face to face".
I like the perspective in my room, however I do want the Quatro's. I think they are the sweet spot in Richard's line. That's why the Treo's with two of his subs would get that larger size you eluded to. That's the speaker I'm saving up for and will buy as soon as I get a fair offer on my new Treo's, lol.
" I'm saving up for and will buy as soon as I get a fair offer on my new Treo's,"

Don't you have to actually list them for sale before you can get an offer?

Shakey