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Von Schweikert vs Wilson
((Now, I have not heard the 5A ))I think Stan mean to say the Vandersteen 5As which are world class in a different league than the 3A sigs and Quatros. Try and catch the right demo with them and at some point in time you should get it. Best Johnnyr 
Weighting down Vandy 2wq's?
One last thing is to Make sure the Vandersteen 2WQ spikes are adjusted with a bubble level on top of the speaker. This will make a nice improvement even without the weights. Best Johnnyr 
From Vandersteen 2CE to Devore Gibbons 8 or Focal
Just wanted to remind the folks here that your Vandersteens were at least 15 to 18 years old. Fact is the only thing that is the same in a 2CE compared to the latest design 2CE SigII is the closet pole dowel design and Grilles. the new speaker spo... 
Questions on switching to tube amplification
The Quicksilver V4 Mono amps are almost in your range and would be my suggestion. Will match the AIM3 pre amp and Vandersteens as well as be a reliable choice for you long term. Johnnyr 
ProAc D Two Speaker Terminal Preferences...
Or just do it the best way and bi Wire up with the same wire thats inside your speakers Proac Signature Speaker wire Happy Listening Johnnyr http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?cablspkr&1265149568&/Proac-Response-Signature-speak 
Anyone use the tweeter attenuation on Maggies?
Put in the 1.2 ohm resistors and listen should be what the DR ordered in most rooms dont worry what the other kids say if you like it. Cheers Johnnyr 
Small monitor- made in the states
Vandersteen USA made 33 years in Biz model VLR for 1100 bucks in Ebony wood sounds and looks great. Cheers Johnnyr 
Replacement for Vandersteen 2C
Placement for Vandersteen 2C((the speakers are about 2.5' from the side walls. 2.2' from the rear wall, no toe-in.))OK as in the manual we want to avoid the same distance from the side wall and the same distance from the front wall read the Manual... 
Replacement for Vandersteen 2C
((((I don't have any problem with bass from the Vandys, It's just that the soundstage seems a bit cluttered))))Try the experiment I just laid out for you This will clear up the sound stage in about 10 min or less. With regard to the part of the sp... 
Replacement for Vandersteen 2C
Greetings If you think the speakers are too big for the roomLets take a look at this........ In a average room with a good full range speaker like 2CE you will expierience very good bass response and room integration and for you that has probably ... 
Speaker Placement Problem
The New Vandersteen VLRs are only 1100 bucks and sound superb on a bookshelf or close to wall placement Best JohnnyR 
Integrating Quads with Puppies
I would High Pass the Quads with Pair of Vandersteen 5 Battery Bias High Pass filters and a pair of Vandersteen 2WQsself Powered Subs. This allow the Quads to play at another level with greater transparency,clarity and dynamics. we have done this ... 
Upgrading from Wilson Sophia 2's?
A used pair of Vandersteen 5s would be a fine choice Perhaps later upgrade them to a pair of 5As which offer a deep natural sound stage,seamless coherence & frequency balance of course at a higher price.Both speakers feature self contained bas... 
Tower Speakers and Room Size
Regarding Speakers in a 13 by 16 Why not try a used pair of Vandersteen 2 CE Sig IIs these will work well in your room offer amazing openness, mid range clarity and performance in more sophisticated box less type design. Johnnyr 
anyone know the lsa 2 speaker vs the vandy 2ce?
Want a major improvement? Why not just add a Vandersteen Hi Pass with the Vandersteen 2WQ The High pass allows the amp in your 2270 to recover faster. when leveled and properly set up you will experience a dramatic improvement in the whole systems...