Vandersteen 7 and room treatment


My circumstances have changed in an unexpected way allowing purchase of a well, but gently, used pair of original 7's. (Also SOTA Sapphire with Ortophon Cadenza Blue in house and Supratek Cortese LCR on its way) I have a dedicated 15 x 20 room full of 14 various GIK traps and panels. Will using the EQ, contour and level settings allow me to get rid of some/all of the room treatment? Should I attempt initial setup with all/some of the panels in or out of the room? Anything to give me a head start short of trial and error. Nearest dealer is 400 miles away so on my own

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I just went through this with my Treo's. All of my room treatments were sucking the life out of my system and I could not obtain a strong and stable center image.

 

We don't add enough diffusion, between and to the sides of speakers. That really contributes a great deal to imaging.

@wideload ,

As a Vandy owner, you are eligible to join the Vandy Forum.

Just go to the Vandersteen website and click on the right buttons.

There, I promise, you will be given the best information for setting up your speakers.

@holmz ​​@audionoobie , are there as well as a number of very capable members to help you.

And, +1 on a great score!

Bob

I have pair in woodshop 10 ft ceiling. Have drill press and radial saw behind lathe on left side. Right side have lumber rack. Sound very nice. Fly the richard out.

@wideload 

 Congrats! And welcome to to Vandersteen posse 😁

I agree, join the Vandersteen forum and you will receive great support from other members/users, and Richard himself who stops in frequently to add his knowledge and guidance.

Enjoy!