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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I have Spatial Audio M3 Triode Masters with Cronus Magnum II and Ayre codex.
Absolutely amazing and much better than the Vandersteen Treo (not CT) and Goldenear Triton Reference I had before with same equipment and in same room. To me, it is next level sound compared to Vandersteen, Magnepan, Goldenear and many other old school brands. I have auditioned many, many high end items and tried dozens of pairings with equipment searching for the best and most realistic sound.

To my ears, it’s Rogue Cronus Magnum II for integrateds, Ayre Codex for dacs (fed by Bluesound Node 2) anti-cables and Spatial Audio open baffle Triode Master speakers.

I cannot believe how realistic these speakers are. Open baffle is the way of the future. 
Imaging and soundstage has to be heard to be believed. Not sure what more could be gained by spending more. 

Apple should buy the company, could easily see them at Apple stores everywhere and get the masses into Hifi.