Great stuff, always puts a smile on my face when someone discovers the magic of Vandersteen. They get it!
Those that appreciate their finesse and sheer musicality seldom turn back.
As you say it is like crack.
Be careful there goes the bank balance, next you will be lusting after the 7's
Enjoy and congratulations, you are now part of the Vandersteen Club. They Work great with Ayre. |
Thanks Oros. I have always lusted after the 7's, lol. I will never be able to get those, but the Quatro's are a true entry into what the powered subs can do for any room. |
Congratulations! It's kinda fun, isn't it? |
I also succumbed to John's hypnosis and am enjoying my Vandersteen/Ayre combo. |
Geez,
If I still lived in NJ I suppose I'd have a lot less money in the bank. At any rate, I love John as a audio dealer, but I am glad I discovered the world of DHT 300B SET, it suits me better. I've always liked Vandersteen and convinced several relatives to purchase various models, but boy, their price points have skyrocketed. Happy listening! |
The right amp can often make a world of difference. That's a fact! |
I really feel that most audiophiles forget the preamp and amp. I really feel that folks think that going direct from digital sounds better than going through a good pre and personally, when you have a strong pre it usually sounds better. Most digital companies don't really get the volume control right. That may just be me, but if you have a good sounding pre, it probably (not always) sounds best).
JMHo |
Ctsooner
I'd like to branch this thread to include a conversation of the Vandersteen Quattro.
You seem to have a lot of experience listening to various models of Vandersteens and like you I am a fan of their sound in general. Also like you I am interested in the Quattro. Have you had a chance to compare the older Quattro to the newer CT version? I understand you have the regular Treos and have become smitten with the CT upgrades. I have an opportunity to buy an older version of the Quattro but will be unable to compare the older and newer versions side by side. In your opinion, how significant are the differences between to older and newer models of this speaker? Thank |
There is no comparison needed because the CT tweeter is in another world. The older Quatro will have an advantage in the bass but from 80Hz on up the Treo CT will smoke the old Quatro Wood. Moving up to the Quatro CT of course would be a new ball game.
Best, JohnnyR
Vandersteen Dealer |
Thanks Johnny. The CT upgrades to me are not subtle. The Treo that I am now going to sell is incredible but I have to have the Quattro CT as its in a different league. I have more experience with the 5 CT and 7's than I do the Quattro but have loved the sound of the wood quattros since they came out. That's why I went with the Treo. I can live with these for a very long time but I am able to make the upgrade so for me it makes sense. Someone will get a good deal on the Treo,s that's for sure lol. Have heard all Vandys excel with Ayre, AR, Aesthetix, Rogue! Quicksilver and the list goes on. Rare that a speaker can sound great with nearly anything thrown its way. You can always hear the differences in components. Much of that is probably lack of smearing |
Agree with Mikirob, Vandersteen's prices are getting a little out of reach for real people. I bought my 5As back when they were around $18,000 and felt like that was plenty to spend on a speaker but a bargain for what was then the company flagship. When the 7s came out my dream was to someday upgrade in that direction but that was at $45,000. Now at the soon to be $62,000 for the 7 mk2 I think that dream has died. Luckily, the 5As are as good now as they ever were and that'll have to do I'm afraid. First world problems, you know how it is. |
Yes even their original speakers are awesome. They upgrade to make money and to give a better speaker. It's what the higher end market is dictating. They still have their 1-3 series, but they realized years ago that the true market to make money is in the 10k and above as those folks are still spending. Basic economics and we've seen most of the companies go this route. As long as trickle down is in effect, all segments of the market win out. For that I'm happy. Personally, the new Quattro is less than the 5A and sounds better from at least 50hz up. To me, THAT's the bargain of his line and why I'm selling my Treo's. |
