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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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shadorne
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My Maxx's are great speakers but i'm constantly blowing the midrange capacitors.

Have you considered trying pro gear? Most consumer designs don't like being driven hard as the drivers are not built for it. Soundstage won't even test a speaker above 100 db SPL as most consumer designs would be damaged.
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shadorne
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FWIW - blowing the resistors is perhaps a good sign. If the output is clean and with ultra low distortion it is quite natural to want to turn it up...and up....and up. It all sounds just so natural and completely effortless.

Many speakers just sound so terrible when turned up that this problem never occurs or only occurs during a house party.
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