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Audio Physic Scorpio or Vandersteen Signature 3A

Hi,
I am interested in buying either Audio Physic Scorpios or Vanderstaeen Signature 3A's. I am familiar with (and fond of) the AP signature sound. I love the dynamic punch of AP speakers along with the pinpoint imaging, crystal clear midrange they provide on well-recorded material. Some say AP's are too bright but I really like that crisp detailed treble.
I auditioned the 3A's yesterday and was pretty impressed with the natural box-free sound and deep bass they provide. They really do sound wonderful and so natural. That said, the 3A's did not have the high frequency treble extension I was hoping for. The dealer, who was a really great guy, explained that some tweaks can will make the top end of the Vandersteens sing. Does anyone have thoughts on these 2 speakers? I have ARC LS26 preamp, Spectron Musician 3 sig Amp, Resolution Audio CDP.

Thanks,
j_evege

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j_evege OP
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Yeah,
I'm really torn here and appreciate all of your inputs. I have the Virgo 3's but they are already sold. I listened to them again for the last time today and I really love the crisp open top end. When I listen to well recorded electronic music like Wendy Carlos or Kraftwerk the AP's are so fast and clean. Are the Vandersteens considered fast? That is more my concern than the bass. I live in a Manhattan apt so I can't have earth-shaking bass or I'll also have door-knocking neighbors! The Vandersteen had a very full sound that I really liked but it seemed rolled off or slightly veiled on the top. Has anyone found ways around this? I must decide soon because I have no speakers right now! I also heard the ProAcs. They sound great but are beyond my current budget. Thanks, J : )
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