Hi audiotroy
I am sorry to add to this thread drift, but your comments about Vandersteen strike me as being rooted in old stereotypes.
What struck me was your comment about live horses and drums...I come at this hobby with a fair amount of live music experience, both as a performer (sax and drums) and observer. What I take from your comments is that you think modern Vandies sound rolled off and lack detail--i.e., not "real." I genuinely disagree with that. I have heard the whole line (disclaimer: I own a pair of 3A Sigs) with all manner of music, and I can't see how *that* is the criticism you would come away with. If your criticism was a narrow vertical sweet spot, I'd give you that one.
Anyway, you seem to be set on the favorites in your store, but if you get a chance to hear a nice set up with modern Vandies, I'd urge you to take an listen and see if you think that criticism still holds. I'd be interested to know the details (no pun intended).
Happy listening!
I am sorry to add to this thread drift, but your comments about Vandersteen strike me as being rooted in old stereotypes.
What struck me was your comment about live horses and drums...I come at this hobby with a fair amount of live music experience, both as a performer (sax and drums) and observer. What I take from your comments is that you think modern Vandies sound rolled off and lack detail--i.e., not "real." I genuinely disagree with that. I have heard the whole line (disclaimer: I own a pair of 3A Sigs) with all manner of music, and I can't see how *that* is the criticism you would come away with. If your criticism was a narrow vertical sweet spot, I'd give you that one.
Anyway, you seem to be set on the favorites in your store, but if you get a chance to hear a nice set up with modern Vandies, I'd urge you to take an listen and see if you think that criticism still holds. I'd be interested to know the details (no pun intended).
Happy listening!