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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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gdnrbob
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As a Vandy and Zu owner, I can attest to the virtues of both speakers.
I also have a pair of Omen bookshelf speakers, but coupled with a pair of Hsu subs for my office system. 
My main system has the Vandy 3a sigs with 2w subs. 
I can honestly say the main system is the better of the two. But, taking intoconsideration the differences between the enclosures, I have to say the Zu Omens are pretty darned good.
So, I think you will be pretty impressed with the Def 2's. And, as you say, you do have a return policy should they not be what you want.
As always Johnny R gives good advice. Those Vandy's have a 'je ne sais quoi' that keep me in thrall. As much as I admire the Zu, a pair of Quattro's may be in my future.
gdnrbob
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Last Lemming and Impeculies, your comments coincide with mine regarding the Zu. They do seem to do things right.
However, I still find the Vandy's a touch more refined and believable in the soundstage and depth of sound reproduction.
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