I have not heard the 1C, but I've listented to the 1B, 2CE, 2CE Signature, etc.
I must say that I'm more impressed by the balanced presentation offered by the 1Bs than their larger, more expensive siblings. If the 1C is an improvement (you'd have to guess that it is) then you've got yourself a real winner.
The only caveat here is that the 2C or 2CE might be better for your specific application....Movies. If you're not planning on using a subwoofer, then you'll be very pleased with the deep bass output offered by the larger Vandersteens.
My preference is just that (mine) and YMMV. If your preference is toward two channel listening on a budget then you'd be hard-pressed to do better than a used pair of 1Bs for about $325-$350.
I must say that I'm more impressed by the balanced presentation offered by the 1Bs than their larger, more expensive siblings. If the 1C is an improvement (you'd have to guess that it is) then you've got yourself a real winner.
The only caveat here is that the 2C or 2CE might be better for your specific application....Movies. If you're not planning on using a subwoofer, then you'll be very pleased with the deep bass output offered by the larger Vandersteens.
My preference is just that (mine) and YMMV. If your preference is toward two channel listening on a budget then you'd be hard-pressed to do better than a used pair of 1Bs for about $325-$350.