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Vandersteen Model 1

Hello all,

I have a chance to get a pair of Vandersteen model 1 for what I think might be a decent price. $300. The woofer of one has been repaired. I have never heard any Vandersteen speaker, only read the reviews, most of which are for the 1c model not the model 1.

My system is a Jolida 202a for listening and a Music Hall 25.2 for DVD and TV. Large room....12x18

Good match? Have you heard this model?

Thanks in advance!

db
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bondmanp
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Provided the woofer was repaired properly, preferably by Vandersteen, I doubt you'll get better sound for $300. Note that the letter designation, IIRC, does not appear on the rear label of Vandersteen speakers, so it could be a 1, 1B, or 1C. Check with Vandersteen, who can tell you which model it is based on the serial numbers.

I have read that the 1B used a less refined tweeter than the 1C, and was a little brighter sounding than the 1C. The good news is that your amp should help with this issue, as the Jolida amps I've heard are quite smooth and clean sounding up top.

Let us know how you make out!
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