Depends on how loud you like your music. Since you have a pair of L166s, I have to tell you that Vandys become hard and congested long before JBLs. I have spent many hours auditioning 2C,2Ci,2CE,& 2CE Signature Vandys before going with Magnepans (obviously also not a rock speaker). Vandys are great speakers but not best for rock and roll. SPL limits around 80-90db(room dependent) to stay really clean. I could live with Vandys and Maggies for rock but that's because I seldom listen above 85db. I own a pair of L100's which I occasionally use to really let it rip.
Vandersteen vs. JBL rock music etc.
I am considering a used pair of Vandersteen 2CE Signature and currently have JBL L166s and a pair of Infinity Crescendo 3008. Associated equip - Adcom GFA 555 II and Adcom GFP 555 II. The JBLs don't have the bottom of the Infinitys so the thought to "move up." How do the Vandys sound with rock music (classic) and blues? Are my electronics up to the Vandys? You can tame the mid and highs on the JBLs with the speaker controls which does eliminate the in your face sound and results in a nicer balance, but still bass shy. What type of SPLs are the Vandys capable of??
Any thoughts anyone??
Any thoughts anyone??