Not even close, IMO. I have the Manis and Model 1s. I also have a Velodyne DD12 sub. Currently I use the Manis for the front speakers and the Model 1s for the rears in a combination 2ch. /home theater setup. I have quite frequently switched the Model 1s to the front in combination with the sub to listen to 2ch. just to see how close I can get to the Manis. Again, I have to say not even close. I also have found that more often than not Im turning the sub off when listening to 2 ch. with the Manis. Its just not needed. If youre looking for that last little bit of deep base you cannot obtain from the Manis then add a sub to your Manis. Switching to Model 1s would be a step backwards, IMO.
Totem Model 1 Sig with Sub or Mani 2 without a Sub
I have a Pair of Totem Mani-2 with a Classe CA200 amp and they sound Clear with a great sound stage .I am wondering If a pair of Totem Model 1 Sig would have the same Clear and great sound stage as the Mani-2 do minus the good low end of the Mani -2 have? I am thinking of Switching to the Model 1 Sig with a sub to get a little more of the lower Freqs. any thoughs