Vandersteen 2CE v NHT 2.5?? or ??


I currently have Vandersteen 2CEs and have always respected Vandersteens but have never been really sure they are the thing for me. I would like to compare them to NHT 2.5s and Infinity kappa 7.1s. My usual way is to buy them and put them side by side and decide then the loser leaves however $$ issues make that unlikely so I have to ask for opinions to give an idea . Thanks
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So, what is attractive about a large black sock with a piece of wood trim at the top and bottom? Am I missing something?
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