Seems like you're at opposite ends of the pole- hard to compare the Forrest/3A sig they are very different form eah other. I have'nt heard the 3A's in a while but thought they sounds like bigger & better 2ce's. I've replaced my 2ce's with the Forrests. At first I was a little dissapointed with the Forests but I've come to love the Forests in my system very much. Very diferent listening experience. More like sushi or noveau cuisine as opposed to meat loaf or beef stew. MAJOR improvement over the 2ce's- Faster, cleaner all around. higher highs, more forward, better imaging , soundstage, etc. If you like the laid back Vandy sound and have the room, the 3A's may be to your liking. Best to hear the Forests - A real departure from the Vandy sound..
Totem Forrest or Vandersteen 3A Sig?
I'm having a tough time chooing between these two speakers. I've owned the 2CE Signatures recently, but don't have a Totem dealer anywhere near me to audition the Forrest. I would like greater upper extension and detail than the 2CE's provide and don't know if electronics or cabling would compensate if I purchased the 3A's. My current amp is an Aragon 8002 and preamp is an Aragon 24K. I'm also in need of a better CD player than my Pioneer DV45A. I think it's too warm. My listening room runs into the entry way and dining room, so its a total of 26' in length, 15' in width, and has a 14' ceiling.
Any recommendations would be appreciated.
Any recommendations would be appreciated.