Trelja, one of the best posts that I have even read!!! I, too, am considering the Coincident Tech speakers sometime down the road. But for my needs, I am eyeballing the Super Eclipse. Do the Super's have the same acoustic signature as the Total's (other than not as deep bass). Amplification is Atma-sphere amps. Ralph Karsten (Atma-sphere) is very enthusiastic about Coincident speakers mated with his amps! Also, I have always been somewhat hesitant to use a speaker with a powered woofer, due to amp matching problems. Or is this concern just not a valid one, with the Vandies? Happy Tunes!
Vandersteen Mod 5 vs Coincident Tech Total Eclipse
With all my reading of reviews and opinions, I've concluded (for now) that either of these two fine speakers will be my next choice. I know about the different amplification issues for the two, but I'm looking for informed opinion about the sound of one vs the other. I listen to all music except hip-hop. I want to be able to enjoy hard rock, then switch to female jazz vocals, dance and even orchestral music all with the same speakers. Please ignore room size issues because I'm moving soon and I haven't even chosen my next house yet, but let's assume "normal" conditions. Thanks for your help,
Mike
Mike