The $3,600 gamble


So I'm selling my Vandersteen 2ce's and my Zu Omen bookshelfs to buy the Zu Omen Def Mk ii's - blind (or is it deaf?).  I have had no way of hearing any of the gear I've bought up to this point so the same can go for the Mk ii's I suppose. I figure with the 60 day return policy at least I have a way out if they don't live up to my expectations. I've not been able to find any videos with the Mk ii's so that makes it even more of a gamble for me. So we will see. 

Im using a Musicical Paradise Mk ii tube integrated with an old Pioneer PL 530 with Denon 103r cart and dynavector mk iii phono pre. Will this beat the gear in my main system?  Most definately not, I'm just hoping for a fun system that gives me the "live" music sensation with a bit more bass than the Zu bookshelfs. 

Wish me luck, they come in Monday!!
last_lemming

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Last lemming
I would at least try Randys advice above ,
 you can get a ball park idea of timing etc.
 My take on this is consider the measurements of Vandersteens
 They are by design a unique product of form following function and considered superlative.
A quick look and a Zu product there is a forest of stored energy within the  Box design. Of course you may be taken by the fashion of the design.

Some other thoughts to consider take 3K and check out a pair of the new Belles Aria Mono Blocks.
  Run some AQ wires and interconnects to your existing Vandersteen speakers make sure you have a decent Phono stage.
 The Vandersteens in my opinion are a more sophisticated foundation to build on allowing you in the long run to achieve more solid performance.

 Dealing with your set up tilt back,Bases filled and snug, proper power response speaker position, perhaps wider spacing speakers, reading manuals
 doing the basics etc.
I have seen many come full circle with Vandersteens, chase their tail in denial for years and come back home to music at mamas.
 JohnnyR
 Vandersteen dealer