i owned the 2w for about 1.5 years (never heard the 2wq)...but i have to say the 2w was a very nice sub, very seamlessly integrated with my kef 104.3's that i had at the time. i would have to say since you have the 2ci's, that the 2w would mesh very well with these. IMHO, save $'s find a totally mint 2w. probably not much help for you but good luck with your decision.
Audible diffferences between Vandy 2w & 2wq
I am considering adding a sub to my system, used of course. I wonder if anyone has listened to/compared both the Vandersteen 2W & the 2Wq. I know that the Wq has adjustable "q" and that the q for the 2W is fixed at the low end of the scale for fast, tight bass. I listen mostly to acoustic music (bluegrass/folk) and some, mostly older R&R. Any thoughts on what I might be missing if I go for the older, cheaper 2W instead of the 2wq. I have a separate HT at the present.
Associated components are
CAL CL-10
BAT VK3i
McCormack DNA 0.5 Rev B
Vandersteen 2ci
Thanks.
Associated components are
CAL CL-10
BAT VK3i
McCormack DNA 0.5 Rev B
Vandersteen 2ci
Thanks.