This thread has pretty much played itself out, but Ill add my .02 just because after an awful lot of speaker purchases, I finally settled on the 2.5s for a main system, and 1SCs /w sub for a second system. Ive had both of these rigs going for a while, and am very pleased. The 1SC definitely needs a sub, so as a practical matter, theyll cost the same as used 2.5s. I have read opinions which claim the 1SC to be better than the 2.5 in some way or another, but frankly I am wary of these sources as I have always found the 2.5 to be a far better speaker in every department. Mine are in a medium sized room, and definitely dont need to be subbed. I agree that the 2.5 is/will be something of a classic, and I say this having no regrets forking over full retail for the 1SCs which I think is a fantastic speaker.
