If you are impatient, you might want to consider combining Vandersteen model 3asigs with two 2WQ subwoofers. the 3asigs have the same tweeter and midrange driver as well as other technologies embedded in the model 5s. There are several people who have taken this approach with very satisfying results (they claim to achieve 85% of the performance of the 5s).
You can find the 3asigs used for $2500-2700, however, you will probably need to purchase the subs new. I have also read that it pays to purchase the model five grade filter to insert between amp and pre for rolling off the VLF sent to the mains and redirecting to the subs. This filter is better than the stock unit sold with the 2WQs.
You can find info on these options in the archives. That is where I learned about them. I, myself, own the 3aSigs.
You can find the 3asigs used for $2500-2700, however, you will probably need to purchase the subs new. I have also read that it pays to purchase the model five grade filter to insert between amp and pre for rolling off the VLF sent to the mains and redirecting to the subs. This filter is better than the stock unit sold with the 2WQs.
You can find info on these options in the archives. That is where I learned about them. I, myself, own the 3aSigs.