Gershmann/VonSchweikert/Silverline


I'm soon going to be in the market for speakers in the $4000 to $6000/pr. range. I've heard most everything in this range and my favorites are the Gershmann RX-20, VonSchweikert VR-5, and Silverline Sonatina II. I also liked the Coincident Tech. Total Eclipse and Soliloquy 6.3, but they're both a little larger than I'd like or than I think my wife would accept(hey, at least she's letting me blow the cash).

I've heard each of these speakers independently, but I have not yet heard any of them extensively and I have not had a chance to compare any of them directly. I'm wondering if any of you have had the opportunity to compare these speakers directly or if you've had extensive experience with one or more of them. Since I have heard each of them I'm more interested in comparisons between them rather than thoughts on them individually, but I value all opinions.

I know this will come down to my personal preference, but I'm looking for any information you may have in case there are some important things I should be aware of or look for during my demos. You guys have been a great help in the past, and I'm looking forward to your thoughts. Thanks in advance and happy listening. By the way, my equipment is:
Pioneer DVD(transport)
EVS Millennium DAC 1
Adcom GFP-750
McCormack DNA 0.5(Rev. A)
Soliloquy 5.3
DH Labs Cables

Tim
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Showing 1 response by lornecherry

Tim: The Gershman GAP, IMHO, are one of the most underated speaker on the planet. I demoed them against Martin Logan, Von Sch. and other 10K+ speakers and the Gs were clearly superior when fed enough power.
There was used pair of GAP 520 (big brother to Gershmans you are considering) on audiogon for around 5K -- a bargin. This is the best speaker I have ever heard under $35K. -Lorne