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Considering Vandersteen 3a Signatures

I have Spatial Audio M3 Turbo S which I enjoy but was recently considering trying the Vandersteen 3a Signatures.  I love the soundstage and the holographic feel of the Spatial's but I'm seeking greater clarity in the treble and more detail in the mids.  I am driving these speakers with a Rogue Audio Cronus Magnum with KT120 tubes.  The source is mostly analog via VPI Prime, Dynavector Karat and Parasound Halo JC3+.  Also digital via Auirender N100 and Schiit Gumby.  I listen to a wide spectrum of music, but mostly in the rock and jazz genre.

Should I expect a major difference in sound?  Any other ideas for speakers that would fit the bill?
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cedargrover
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I have Vandy 3A Sigs.  Would never think to call the tweeter sibilant, but I suppose there's plenty of room for subjectivity in that call.

I find the treble and especially midrange detail to be fantastic.  I drive mine with an Ayre V5xe, as part of all Ayre stack.  The Ayre is 300w / channel into 4 ohms and I would put the minimum power the Vandy 3A needs in that ballpark.  My biggest reservation in recommending the Vandies to you is that your amp might not have enough juice.  Can you bring your amp to a Vandy dealer to demo?


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