gdnrbob
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| Vandersteen 2WQ Subs and ARC Power amp Vandy subs are very subtle in performance.When you plug them in, do you hear a 'Thump'. If so, good! They are working.150K crossovers should be giving you noticeable bass, considering the amps 300K impedance, but perhaps your room needs a bit mor... | |
| Have you ever been blocked by an E seller here? I just recalled a listing with a 'Make offer', which I did- $1000 less than the listed price. (Originally, $8,500).The seller offered the original price in response.When I asked, ' Why offer a 'Make offer', if you want only your asking price, he/s... | |
| Have you ever been blocked by an E seller here? Wow, such pettiness...It seems to be a sign of the times, unfortunately.If only we could instill a higher moral standard to guide the 'Better Angels of our Nature'.Bob | |
| Qobuz @hgeifman ,Thanks for posting that information.I have a nice list of favorites on Quobuz, but hate the fact I can't sort them by Artist.I have to say, Spotify does it and it offers a nice bunch of compilations based on the albums in your favorites... | |
| Recommendations for a new integrated amp for Vandersteen 3a speakers I believe I heard Cronus Magnum at Audioconnection.Very clean, but a little lean on the bass end though I don't believe there were subs added...Bob | |
| Are manufacturers having discussions removed from Audiogon if they turn negative? @OP, Unfortunately, political divisiveness is now the norm, given our current administration's behaviour.Like most things, it should be short-lived, especially in our Tweet filled world.In the meantime, we can still enjoy the comments from posters... | |
| Vandersteen Kento Specs Released There is a CT available at a reasonable cost- The VLR.And, don't snicker, I own the non-CT VLR's and have to say they are impressive for their size.Bob | |
| Which amp for Vandersteen 3As? I ran my 3a sigs with an unmodded Adcom GFA 555, then a McCormack DNA-1.Both provided a great sound.The nice thing is that SMc Audio can upgrade the DNA-1's to whatever you want. They converted my DNA-1's to monoblocks, as well.If you want to get ... | |
| Vandersteen Kento Specs Released Ah, if only I had the room...In any case, my Treo's are pretty sweet and when I get the Sub 3's, I think I will be done for the rest of my life.- That is barring I win the Lottery😁Bob | |
| Speaker Recommendations - from Vandersteen 5As @bigkidz , I am glad you concur.I don't think I am the most discerning listener, but I do know when I think things are a bit unbalanced.I also hate to say anything negative, especially when in front of potential buyers.I need to PM Johnny.B | |
| Stereo Amp Brand Sound Signatures Yes, there are manufacturer 'sound signatures'.I have no experience with the brands you listed, but I can say that Vandersteen speakers pair well with Ayre, Belles and Atma-Sphere amps/preamps.Bob | |
| Recommendations for a new integrated amp for Vandersteen 3a speakers The OP has a budget of $1500. Why the recommendations on the Belles that is $800.00 over his budget? Read!He can always buy used.Even if he doesn't, the Belles performs way above its' price range and an extra $800 isn't really that much nowadaysTh... | |
| Recommendations for a new integrated amp for Vandersteen 3a speakers I just visited Audioconnection yesterday. Johnny was playing the VLR’s with the Belles Integrated and a Sub 3 subwoofer.It sounded mighty fine, to me.I owned the 3a sigs before moving to the Treo’s. Though not necessary, adding the 2wq subs really... | |
| High value, giant killer speakers? @kenjit ,I believe Fritz is trying to say that despite using the best parts, they don't achieve the greatest potential.-Only a talented designer can make full use of such parts and implement them far beyond what they offer at face value.-Kind of a... | |
| connecting Bluesound node 2i streamer to old system The Node has an ethernet connector in back.I use my Original Node (non 2 or 2i) with a Netgear router to give me 5ghz band wireless.Bob |