Anyone heard the Vandersteen model #5?


Am very interested in this speaker. I've come a long way and have pretty much narrowed it down to 2: Vandersteen model #5 and Montana EPS. Has anyone heard the former? Got rave reviews in IAR and TAS. Thanks.
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I have heard the 5's, and in fact, am waiting for mine to be built. I believe them to be one of the best speakers I have ever heard. The bass is without peer, the mids are fast and open, the highs are sweet. Best feature may be that they can be tuned to your room - so - the may be the best sounding speaker in the world in real-world applications!! Mine are 4 weeks away - CANNOT WAIT!!!
Well. FInally got my Model 5's - The dealer came over and did his adjustments - and I must admit - I have never heard better bass anywhere at any time. It is truly world class. The interesting thing though is that once the bass was adjusted, the mid-range/tweeter simply transformed - opened right up and became simply outstanding. My feeling is that given the ability of these speakers to match your room, they are not only the best value in loudspeakers today, they are likely the speakers you can get to sound the best in YOUR room!! Buy them before the price goes up!! Trust your ears - no one will ever review these properly as they stomp all over speakers costing many multiples more - there is too much at stake in the industry. If Vandersteen were to triple his price - you would find these being in the top echelon of speakers from every reviewer. Get them while you can!!!