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Wilson Alexandria V2

I need a little feedback on these speakers. So, I am very close to purchasing a pair of these. I currently have Maxx2's. My dilemma is, do i go with a new pair of Alexandria V2's or do a go with refurbished upgraded pair of V2's. Is there any audible difference in the two?

My Maxx's are great speakers but i'm constantly blowing the midrange capacitors. All the info that I have rec'd says the Alexandrias can be driven at a much heavier load than the Maxx's and that they are more efficient. is this true?

Could you also please give me your overall thoughts on the Alexandria V2's. my amps are VTL Seigried's and I listed to all types of music.

thanks
jon_p

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bpwalsh
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Scousepasty, it's interesting that you mention the last part. A couple of years ago Sound Lab demonstrated a pair of 5-wide arrays of ProStat 922s, each array set up in a continuous arc at each side of the stage in the 21,000 seat LDS Conference Center main auditorium in Salt Lake City. Ultimately the arrays would be several units high, producing clear, coherent sound of uniform loudness no matter where you are seated. The mind boggles.
Dealer disclaimer.

Back on topic, I too find it odd that Maxxes would be blowing capacitors, especially with such amplification that I couldn't imagine would be clipping. Have the amps been passing or putting out some DC or other spurious signals on occasion? I would get them checked out before doing anything else.
bpwalsh
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Thanks for the clarification, Dgad. Blowing resistors due to overdriving is a very small consideration for most people, I think, unless the speakers don't perform well at low and moderate volumes. The much larger considerations are the sound and do you find yourself getting lost in the music and wanting to listen for very long periods of time. That's certainly the case here.
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